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Cross stitch embroidery is making a comeback among modern makers and crafters. Are you curious about counted cross-stitch embroidery, too?
Check out these fantastic at-home cross stitching kits with all the tools and supplies you need to get started. These kits include high-quality needles, easy-to-read patterns, and all the colorful embroidery floss you’ll need to make a gorgeous project.
What is Counted Cross Stitch?
Cross stitch is one of the easiest forms of hand embroidery to learn. Cross stitch embroidery is done by making X-shaped stitches on woven fabric like Aida or linen.
Cross stitch projects often come as kits, with a pattern, fabric, and all the thread you’ll need to complete the project.
Teach Yourself Cross Stitch Embroidery
Are you interested in starting a cross-stitch project, but not quite sure where to begin? If you’ve never embroidered before, you may be overwhelmed trying to figure out what supplies and fabric you’ll need to buy.
If so, keep reading. I’ve gathered up ten of my very favorite modern cross-stitch kits that will help you learn how to do cross-stitch embroidery in no time.
The kits I’ve listed below are definitely beginner-friendly: they include easy-to-understand patterns and all of the required materials.
As a bonus, either the kits themselves or the final project would make great gifts for friends and family.
What to Look for in a Cross Stitch Kit
A good cross stitch kit will include all the materials necessary to complete a finished project.
At a minimum, a kit will have:
- One or more needles.
- Embroidery floss in the colors required to make the project
- Easy to follow pattern/chart with clear instructions. Tutorial videos are a nice bonus
- Woven fabric, like Aida. Sometimes the fabric is pre-printed with the pattern outlines.
- An embroidery hoop or frame.
Some kits may include extra items, like scissors, stitch markers, or a project tote bag.
The Best Modern Cross Stitch Kits
If you've ever wanted to learn counted cross stitch embroidery, try picking up one of these kits.
Fox Cross Stitch Kit
The kit contains everything you need to stitch this project, along with beginner's instructions if you are new to stitching!
What's Included:
- 18 count white Aida fabric
- Pre cut DMC floss in 27 colors
- Embroidery needle
- Printed color pattern with beginners guide
- Optional 8" hoop
This Took Forever Cross Stitch Kit | Bluprint
Cross Stitch is a meditative craft. Some may say it takes a long time!
Embrace the slowness with this tongue-in-cheek project. The kit comes with everything you need to complete the cross stitch design.
What's Included:
- instructions
- pattern
- color chart
- cloth, hoop
- floss
- and needle.
Perfect for beginners!
Hanging Plants Embroidery Starter Kit
This hanging plant modern embroidery starter kit is even easier for beginners, because the cross stitch fabric comes pre-printed with the design. That way, you won't need to count the little squares, or worry about losing your place.
The kit comes with all the tools you need to embroider.
What's Included:
-1pc bamboo embroidery hoop
-color threads
-1pc embroidery cloth with a pattern pre-printed on it
-embroidery needles
-instructions
Be Bold, Modern Cross Stitch Kit
This is a great beginner kit for color lovers! If you are ready for a bit of challenge, try this gorgeous design with lots of colors and a bold message.
This kit includes fully illustrated directions for your cross-stitch as well as for finishing your work, plus ALL necessary supplies.
This pattern also includes the materials you'll need to finish your cross-stitch in a frame or embroidery hoop for a cute wall hanging. This pattern will look beautiful displayed in the 5" hoop provided in your kit.
What's Included:
- 5" wood embroidery hoop
- printed 1 page counted cross stitch pattern (color)
- 14 count Aida cloth
- 2 tapestry needles
- pre-cut DMC floss
- Organic batting for framing
- Felt for backing
- Hand-drawn directions specific to our kits
Happy Camper Cross Stitch Kit
For more of a retro flair, check out this Happy Camper cross stitch embroidery kit. This kit comes with everything you need to complete the cross stitch design.
What's Included:
-instructions
-pattern
-color chart, cloth
-hoop
-floss
-and needle.
The design is bold and not too intricate, so this kit is perfect for beginners!
Gryffindor Cross Stitch Kit
Harry Potter fan? You need to take a look at this gorgeous Gryffindor crest cross stitch kit.
What's Included:
-cross stitch pattern
-DMC floss
-aida 14 fabric
-tapestry needle
-beginner’s guide.
Alpine Flowers-Modern Cross Stitch Kit
This pattern is perfect for new stitchers. I love the modern botanical motif!
What's Included:
-Reference cover photo of finished piece
-Colour chart with DMC colour codes used along with all required thread pre-cut for easy use
-PDF pattern, enlarged for easy reading
-PDF stitching basics guideline for all experience levels
-Hoop
-Embroidery needle
-Aida Fabric in the colour indicated
Modern Cross Stitch Kit
Bold and beautiful! If you've been wanting to try embroidered lettering, this is a great introductory design.
This kit would make a great gift for a crafty friend or simply stitch it yourself to decorate your home.
What's Included:
-Printed design chart and guide to cross stitching
-Black Anchor stranded cotton embroidery floss
-Pink Anchor stranded cotton embroidery floss
-5 inch wooden embroidery hoop
-White 14 count Aida fabric
-Pre-cut calico backing fabric
-Round point tapestry needle
Tacos & Tequila Cross Stitch Kit.
Declare your love for Taco Tuesday with the fun cross stitch design. This counted cross stitch kit contains all of the supplies you'll need to get started. It uses two types of stitches: full cross stitch and back stitch.
What's Included:
-4" bamboo embroidery hoop
-14-count beige aida fabric
-DMC embroidery thread
-needle
-color pattern with color codes for DMC.
Lemons - modern cross stitch kit
Wouldn't this project look so nice hanging in your sunny kitchen? With this kit you can create the lemons pattern cross stitch pictured in the photos.
The kit includes:
-black aida (14 ct)-all floss needed
-chart pattern (full size in color)
-9 inch hoop
-cross stitch needle
As a bonus, all of the materials and tools come in a neat little zipper plastic bag so you can store your project while you work on it.
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Judy Aeschliman
Wednesday 1st of July 2020
I’m looking for someone who will complete a cross-stitch kit. I got it thinking I would do it but can’t see well enough anymore. Any suggestions on finding someone? Thank you!
Marisa Fellion
Saturday 18th of July 2020
Did you find someone yet? I might be interested.
Sarah
Thursday 2nd of July 2020
Hi Judy, You may be able to find an artist who takes commissions on Etsy. Or you could ask around in any Cross Stitch groups on Facebook.