Cross stitch
A handicraft technique with an old tradition is called cross stitch .
Small crosses are embroidered on fabric with an easily countable structure . First a diagonal basic stitch is made, then a cover stitch at a 90 ° angle over it.
A fabric that is coarsely woven and the threads of which can be counted easily (usually Aida or linen weave) is suitable for this technique .
Ground and top stitch
Cross stitch back
Cross stitch template
Examples of cross-stitch products
Chalice with cross on an embroidered Easter egg, cross stitch, Pfaffing, Upper Bavaria, 2016
Butterfly on an embroidered Easter egg, cross stitch, Pfaffing, Upper Bavaria, 2016
Lettering Happy Easter on an embroidered Easter egg, cross stitch, Pfaffing, Upper Bavaria, 2016
Violets as a motif on an embroidered Easter egg, cross stitch, Pfaffing, Upper Bavaria, 2016
History
The cross stitch was known in the late Middle Ages and the Renaissance as a pastime for high-ranking women. The earliest surviving examples are dated to around 1500. Since the cross stitch is particularly suitable for beginners, most samplers are cross stitched . In some areas, traditional costumes are also decorated with cross-stitch motifs.
Today, cross stitching is a popular and easy-to-learn hobby for some children and adults, and numerous templates are available in stores.
See also: sewing