Introduction to Contemporary Cross Stitch

Meet Ignacia and see how she has evolved artistically from painting to embroidery. Discover her approach to contemporary cross stitching and some of her biggest influences.

Jump into the theory and learn the basics of traditional cross stitch because, if you want to break the rules, you have to know them first. Once you’ve grasped these key concepts, get acquainted with the freestyle cross stitch technique and develop a more creative and free-flowing style with some tips from Ignacia.

Next, follows Ignacia’s step-by-step instructions on how to transform an image into a pattern. Learn how to overlay a grid on your chosen image to identify the colors in it. Transfer your design to fabric and choose from different wools to create your color palette. Now it’s time to start stitching your design!

Once you've finished, you just have to decide where you want to put it. Learn how to convert your pattern into a larger patch and explore different ways to use a grid. These techniques give you the freedom to put your embroidered design on any piece of clothing and liven it up with bright colors.