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3 Tips for Better White Cross Stitches on Dark Fabric - on FlossTube

123Stitch Cross Stitch / EmbroideryUnited States
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Joanne from 123stitch.com shares three tips for achieving neater white cross stitches on dark fabric. She begins by explaining the problem of contrast and twisted threads, then demonstrates railroading, using a laying tool like a trolley needle, and finally introduces DMC Floche as her new favourite method. The video includes close-up demonstrations and practical advice for each technique.

  • Railroading stitches to keep threads flat and neat
  • Using a trolley needle as a laying tool for even stitches
  • Discovering DMC Floche as a single-strand alternative to regular floss
  • Demonstrating each technique with close-up stitching footage
  • Recommending DMC Floche for perfect white stitches on dark fabric
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Description from YouTube
It can be hard to get white cross stitches on dark fabric to look neat. I'll share 3 tips that will help you tackle these difficult stitches! 

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Let's Talk Stitching - Cross Stitch Pattern by Hands On Designs 
https://123stitch.com/item/Hands-On-Design-Lets-Talk-Stitching-Cross-Stitch-Pattern/HD-244 

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DMC Floche Embroidery Floss
https://123stitch.com/DMC-Floche

00:00 - Getting Neater White Cross Stitches
00:52 - The Problem with White Cross Stitch on Dark Fabric
01:33 - Stitching Tip #1: Railroading Your Stitches
01:40 - How to Railroad White Floss
02:34 - Stitching Tip #2: Using a Laying Tool
02:58 - How to Use a Trolley Needle
04:13 - Stitching Tip #3: Using DMC Floche
04:29 - What Is DMC Floche Embroidery Floss?
05:06 - Stitching with DMC Floche Embroidery Floss

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