Zweigart 14 Count Aida 21in x 39in Evenweave When working on Aida, some stitchers like to place the fabric in a hoop or frame, while others prefer to roll the fabric and hold it without a hoop, it’s totally up to you! Changing the size of the Aida, alters the size of the stitches, and therefore, the size of the overall design. For example, 14-count would have 14 squares to one inch. If a cross stitch pattern includes fractional stitches, some stitches need to go through the centre of the squares.īlackwork (which isn't always black!) is another type of needlework that works well on Aida, each stitch goes over one square on the woven grid.Īida comes in lots of different sizes, with the weave size given as stitches per inch. Each X crosses over one square on the woven grid. At each corner of the tightly woven squares is a hole for stitching through and working your needle and thread through the other areas can be a bit tricky.Ĭross stitch is the most common technique that stitchers use on Aida. This fabric has a weave that divides the threads into squares, making it ideal for counted thread needlework techniques. While that can add to the confusion, it really just means that you have more choices, which means you don't have to stick to only one kind of fabric, so you can get more creative with your stitching! AidaĪlthough there are lots of fabrics designed for needlework, the one that most people are familiar with is Aida. Many of the fabrics in this list have some overlap when it comes to the techniques that work with them. And for even more wonderful stitch-spiration, you can check out Mollie's gorgeous Instagram too!Īida, evenweave, canvas.all these needlework fabrics can be confusing, but they don't have to be! In this super handy guide, we'll walk you through the most popular materials and help you figure out which fabric to use for your next embroidery, cross stitch, or other needlework project. New selection may affect price, shipping options and product availabilityįrustrated with fabric? Confused by canvas? If you're unsure where to start with needlework fabrics, then look no further! Marvellous Mollie from Wild Olive has done all the hard work for you and created this super simple guide for all your needlework needs.

Aida fabric