Best cross- stitch counted kits according to redditors

Subversive Cross Stitch: 50 F*cking Clever Designs for Your Sassy Side https://www.amazon.com/dp/1576877558/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_muPgDbG7JJ4PH

Had someone ask me how it was done, so I though I would let everyone know. It's cross-stitching done on a special case (link) with pattens that can be found online.

Any other cross stitchers excited for this pattern book to come out? /u/sieberella? /u/allergictoapples?

Edit: I sent the link to my mom as I thought it would make her laugh. She preordered the book for me because I've been having such a crappy month!! Awwwww

The kit is Firefox by Moohue. Ordered from China off of Amazon (US).

The final verdict: One of the best patterns I've ever done. I used 14-count oatmeal cotton fabric instead of the vinyl Aida that came with the kit. I wound up running out of 8 or 9 colors by the time I was done, but the chart was all in DMC so no biggie. I initially did the gold curlicues between the feathers as regular backstitching, but I didn't like how it looked so I frogged and re-did it as couching. A world of difference.

I haven't decided how to mat/frame it yet.

Got the pattern out of this book I bought off of Amazon - Subversive Cross Stitch: 50 F*cking Clever Designs for Your Sassy Side https://www.amazon.com/dp/1576877558/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_JLrZAbMAF67R2

Recently moved away from all my friends. Decided to have some fun with cross stitch while binging Netflix shows. Headed back to see them this weekend and made this for a friend moving into his new place.


Pattern is from https://www.amazon.com/Subversive-Cross-Stitch-Clever-Designs/dp/1576877558/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1539214818&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=cross+stitch+book&dpPl=1&dpID=61yIDonIkgL&ref=plSrch

https://sites.google.com/view/rcrossstitchfaq/home

I'd start with a kit

https://www.amazon.com/Dimensions-Needlecrafts-70-74629-Counted-Stitch/dp/B01CUY7SE4/ref=sr_1_16?ie=UTF8&qid=1541965770&sr=8-16&keywords=cross+stitch+kits+beginner

I got the pattern from Amazon:

Colorful Deer counted cross stitch, Egypt cotton thread , 14ct 42x49cm 150x200 Stith counted cross stitch kits

[https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01CGHYF2I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_xdEWDbT91RMKG]()

2 months in so far and loving it!

I posted this in another sub about a month ago for someone wanting to learn:







It's a very inexpensive hobby. Here are the things I put on my Amazon list, just for reference if you or anyone else needed it:

Set of 4 different sized wooden hoops- $11.99 Plastic ones may be easier for some people, I prefer wooden because they're more my style for framing.

Aida 14ct Cloth 12x18- $3.55 14ct Aida is easiest to work with for beginners. The size of this is good for practicing on, get a couple so you can use the other for your first project. You can also purchase large rolls of it when you start becoming obsessed with it. They also come in lots of different colors and easy to dye yourself.

Set of 150 different colored skeins of DMC floss- $15.98 This is a great amount to start off with. It'll last you a long time, and if you ever need more or want new colors, they are very inexpensive from any craft store and Walmart. Usually around $0.25-$0.50. FYI floss splits apart into 6 tiny strings. Start off using only 2-3 strands
Do all 6 and you're gonna have a bad time.

Needles!- $3.49 Can't stitch without needles!

Bobbins and a thread organizer- $6.49 You will need this. I waited too long to get one and ended up have to wind up hundreds of tangled skeins and it took HOURS. Do it before you start practicing. Also write the thread color number on the top of each bobbin with permanent marker. When you use patterns they will be based off the color numbers.

Julie Jackson's subversive cross stitch book- $12.99 If you like those snarky offensive cross stitchings, this is the best book for it. It's also an amazing beginners guide into cross stitching. It has brief instructions on how to start and very simple but adorably offensive patterns. You can also get other books or use YouTube to find instructions on how to get started. I'd also like to suggest going to etsy for patterns. They're pretty cheap and there's endless options.

So about $55 to get started plus shipping, but it'll last you a long time and could be used on many different projects and you won't spend nearly as much when you do need something else.

Pattern from the subversive cross stitch book on Amazon: Subversive Cross Stitch : 50 Designs for Your Sassy Side https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1576877558/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_qNLhDb9YYNKJT

There are the three heavy hitters for pattern books for subversive cross stitch:

Feminist Cross Stitch

Subversive Cross Stitch

Improper Cross Stitch

You can also find a TON of projects on Etsy to gift your match.

If you want to do something cheaper or less, stitchers can always use more floss (310, White, Ecru, 666 are some key numbers/colors to look for) and aida (cross stitching fabric). Feel free to check out our gift giving guide for other ideas!

Needles for Cross stitching are blunt tipped with a larger eye, not a standard sewing needle. They are usually called tapestry needles. Bohin and John James are my favourite.

DMC is the best thread, and while it is more expensive it is well worth the extra. Cheap floss is very frustrating to work with and can make you think it's you that is the problem and not the quality of the floss. Would not recommend!


Dimentions has some great beginners kits. I'd recommend starting with this one :D

https://www.amazon.com/Dimensions-Needlecrafts-70-74629-Counted-Stitch/dp/B01CUY7SE4/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1536773826&sr=8-7&keywords=cross+stitch+kits+beginner

It has everything you need :D

/r/CrossStitch is a great subreddit :D

I started with an all in one kit just to see if I liked it. I'd suggest that, then everything you need to try it out comes in one thing, and if you like it you can buy better equipment later if you want to.

This is the one I used: https://www.amazon.com/Dimensions-Learn-Hummingbird-Counted-X-Stitch/dp/B001IKGMM6

Merry Christmas Kit: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TXGTTGV/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_.iS4DbC00WM7X

Fall Owl Banner Kit: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OY2EB82/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_1mS4Db5WSF590

This is what I got. I feel I've got the most benign product of all.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07P39CWKN/

I did this in 14 count black cloth, and used pink floss for the flowers instead of red like it asked for. I got the pattern from a book on Amazon called "50 Fucking clever designs for your sassy side"

Subversive Cross Stitch: 50 Fcking Clever Designs for Your Sassy Side https://www.amazon.ca/dp/1576877558/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_L3KZCbXWZXPQM

Pattern

Dimensions 3892 To Have And To Hold Wedding Record Counted Cross Stitch Kit-12 Round 14 Count https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076HWHTDM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Dr7zCbJX84BE9

Una roba tipo: subversive cross stitching oppure not your mama's stitching
o ancora anticraft

This is a pattern you can grab off Amazon. It’s by Zamtac — https://www.amazon.com/Zamtac-Needlework-Embroidery-14CTPrinted-Cross-Stitching/dp/B07RTP976Y

Dimensions cross stitch kit 72-75593 (Can’t Adult)

Amazon link

After lots of inspiration from this sub, I finally took this kit out of the package and started it a few days ago. I think I found a new hobby!

There's also a book with collected patterns!

I got the kit on Amazon. Very simple, took no time at all, but it was a lot of fun. My grandmother LOVES her dog, so hopefully she'll like this too.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00OY2DUUC?psc=1&ref=yo_pop_mb_yo_pop_mb_pd_t2

[Link to kit] (Pinecone Cross Stitch Kit https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00YVP0QZ4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_1k3Cyb1Y40A0H)

Hello, this is my first time posting. I just found this sub and I'm obsessed! This is my first project that is full coverage and large. I had done a little growing up but recently picked it back up. My last 2 projects were very small and simple. I wanted to commit to something big and more complicated.

Please any tips or suggestions are SO welcome! I clearly don't have much rhyme to my sewing, just kinda go where my mood takes me.

This pattern is from amazon, colorful deer: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CGHYF2I/ref=cm_sw_r_em_apa_aL6LzbGMSHGR4

Kit from Amazon

Here's the link to the kit on US Amazon, you should get it!

From Julie Jackson:

https://www.amazon.com/Subversive-Cross-Stitch-Clever-Designs/dp/1576877558/ref=asc_df_1576877558/?tag=bingshoppinga-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid={creative}&hvpos={adposition}&hvnetw=o&hvrand={random}&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=e&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl={devicemodel}&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=&hvtargid=pla-4584207577365855&psc=1

Good work! :)

You should check out this if you like subversive patterns. It's amazing.

I looked it up because I don't like prestamped (but I do like that it's 11 count) and found there another kit by Benway that's not prestamped but is 14 count. Now I'm torn between the two!

Stitch people are on their second edition. As a purchaser, you can also join a private facebook group.

Alternatives

There is a Martha Stewart limited set of templates

http://images.marthastewart.com/images/content/web/pdfs/2011Q4/cross-stitch-msl1111.pdf

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Dimensions also offers an All in the Family kit

https://www.amazon.com/Dimensions-Needlecrafts-Crossstitch-Family-Various/dp/B016QNCBTM/ref=asc_df_B016QNCBTM/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=198074093739&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=16137928166464932341&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9005669&hvtargid=pla-348985590933&psc=1

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If you plan on doing a bunch, Stitch People is worth the price. They are getting ready to launch a separate Backgrounds book - I got my download today (thanks Stitch People!)

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Potter-Counted-Stitch-Egyptian-Cotton/dp/B07FYM844P

I've bought this kit https://www.amazon.co.uk/Colorful-counted-stitch-42x49cm-150x200/dp/B01CGHYF2I and it comes with this pen looking thing, just wondering if it is what I think is

I'm pretty sure it's from Subversive Cross Stitch.

Found it!

https://www.amazon.com/Dimensions-Needlecrafts-Counted-Barnyard-Kitties/dp/B00120W8L6/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8

I just learned that about the black Aida. I just started on this and it is so much harder seeing where the holes are. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NR97RXP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_18PiDb66P2JKZ

It looks like they are back in stock. Amazon Star Wars Cross Stitch

Dimension - Barnyard Kitties
https://www.amazon.com/Dimensions-Needlecrafts-Counted-Barnyard-Kitties/dp/B00120W8L6/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8

Stolen entirely from u/Ilickedthecinnabar, thanks for that! I couldn't find it anywhere for the life of me.

Bought on Amazon:
5D Diamond Painting Square Round... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07LFC4VLW?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

This is the Colorful Deer cross stitch kit from Amazon

Can’t seem to link the deer pattern :( https://www.amazon.co.uk/Colorful-counted-stitch-42x49cm-150x200/dp/B01CGHYF2I/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=31ANDYVCOTS0H&keywords=deer+cross+stitch+kits&qid=1564944472&s=gateway&sprefix=Deer+cross+stitch%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFVRjBBWVJCWlgxVFMmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA1ODkzNjkxRVU5SUw1SVBPVDE4JmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA3NjU1MjYxSUE0TUNRMDhXMFYyJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dimensions-PET-Hair-Ivory-6-inch/dp/B00OY2DUUC/ref=pd_aw_fbt_21_img_2/257-4749456-1518524?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00OY2DUUC&pd_rd_r=1b9b3aad-66bd-41aa-8f95-4392b6829454&pd_rd_w=EpeSL&pd_rd_wg=8DqPc&pf_rd_p=3e546b48-4521-4ade-9bbf-acdeedf5edda&pf_rd_r=G72Z9NHHKKT6KP0MKZQM&psc=1&refRID=G72Z9NHHKKT6KP0MKZQM

That’s the link to the amazon listing, and the seller is called dimensions (also says it’s copyrighted to them on the packaging) but I don’t know much more information.

I'm in the UK and got it from Hobbycraft, but it's pretty common so could probably get it from Amazon? https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dimensions-Learn-Craft-Hummingbird-Counted/dp/B001IKGMM6

I went hoopless on this one. Started on it yesterday morning, finishing up today or tomorrow. Pattern by Dimensions
https://www.amazon.com/Dimensions-Needlecrafts-70-74629-Counted-Stitch/dp/B01CUY7SE4

It's a dimensions kit. I got it on Amazon. https://smile.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01CUY7SE4/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The pattern I am using for Suzy and Sam is: https://www.etsy.com/listing/106039882/pdf-moonrise-kingdom-characters?ref=shop_home_active_8 .

I just always loved that quote and decided it needed to be on my cellphone case. The cell phone case was bought on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DC4TN2C?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00 .

Have you seen this yet? :D

Oh let's see....I have this thing because they are yummy and delicious and the last time I had them I almost finished off the whole bag in a day!!

Then there is this thing because I love to curse and cross stitch!

There are also several of these things on my list because I love to curse and color! Also I'm on the last page of my current swear word coloring book :(

And I have lots of these things on my list because my toesies get cold in the winter and this is a supercute way to keep them warm!!

https://www.amazon.com/Subversive-Cross-Stitch-Clever-Designs/dp/1576877558

These plants - they are clean air plants, and come in 4 inch pots, so they don't take a lot of space. Good for most homes (and, not asking, but they also make self aerating pots that hold more water without water logging roots - that's on my wishlist too - a good add for later when you need to move your plants to a larger pot - plus the extra room for more water means less likely to die from lack of - though I am scatterbrained and still need a reminder on my phone for my plants at home that aren't in my space and easily noticeable- my work plants, though, they thrive!)

Edit: adding more stuff cause I just saw that you ok'd it in the comments, and the one about you and hot sauce (I, too, now am subscribed to r/spicy so thanks to u/lolpengi), and your hobbies in another comment - I have hot sauce and a TON of interesting or gorgeous cross stitch patterns

Bravado Hot Sauces - I have wanted to try the ghost pepper blueberry ever since I saw it on Hot Ones

Cross stitch links:

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01LQ88NX0/?coliid=IMMZVTQPNAVR1&colid=3RPZNJ3MGKMVY&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/1576877558/?coliid=I3UA7SIN42VHH2&colid=3RPZNJ3MGKMVY&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07JZ9TS5Q/?coliid=I3OXO5QU33B3WD&colid=3RPZNJ3MGKMVY&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/1632504537/?coliid=I1FX6SRBT2TI91&colid=3RPZNJ3MGKMVY&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00WEM5RDW/?coliid=I8EZR5Q6262UT&colid=3RPZNJ3MGKMVY&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

Pattern from amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CUY7SE4?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

Here is a link to the book that the pattern was in Subversive Cross Stitch, it has a bunch of funny sayings in it. Also, the reason for the odd coloration of floss in the pattern is because the floss I was using was gradient floss.

Subversive cross stitch is on my craft: books list. Reading rainbow!

Started this today and finished it on stream. Picked up the pattern from the Subversive Cross Stitch book I picked up from Amazon.

Kit from Personalized Design on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RJTGFQY/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awdb_t1_4K-JDbV6V07AD

Back- https://i.imgur.com/yIjbeEi.jpg

Kit- https://www.amazon.com/Dimensions-Needlecrafts-Crossstitch-Family-Various/dp/B016QNCBTM/ref=asc_df_B016QNCBTM/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=198074093739&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=5131092362723212034&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9022250&hvtargid=pla-348985590933&psc=1