As seen in Cross Stitcher
Start stitching today with Freya's easy and inspiring guide for first time cross stitchers
 Step 1Thread your needle with your desired number of strands. Knot the opposite end of your thread and bring your needle up to the fabric surface ready to start stitching. Make sure that the knot is at the back of your stitching. |
 Step 2Make a half cross stitch over a single square just like I've done. This stitch should go diagonally across the block. I've stitched mine from bottom left to top right. Make sure you don't pull your thread too tightly or you'll stretch out the holes. |
 Step 3Make a second diagonal stitch to sit on top of the first one. I've stitched mine from bottom right to top left, as shown here. Once your cross stitches are complete, work the backstitch. |