Counted Cross Stitch
Overview
Teaches the fundamentals of cross-stitch and counted cross-stitch, including the proper use of materials, different stitches, fabric types, design, and finishing techniques.
This honor develops patience, precision, creativity, hand-eye coordination, and attention to detail, while teaching youth how to create decorative and meaningful artwork through traditional needlework techniques.
Requirements
1. Have a tote with cross-stitch materials, including at least one hoop, masking tape or Fra-check, needles, and scissors.
2. What is the difference between cross-stitching, counted cross-stitch, and embroidery?
3. Know at least four stitches used in counted cross-stitch.
4. Cross-stitch a simple object in three different sizes of aida cloth. Mount and label the size and name of aida cloth used, stating how many floss strands are to be used with each.
5. Make a counted cross-stitch of a quote with a border and frame it for hanging, using at least three different stitches.
6. Make at least a 5 x 7 inches (12.7 x 17.8 cm) counted cross-stitch on aida-14 of a nature scene.
Answer key & resources
Master awards
This honor counts toward:
Investiture Achievement
This honor is required, suggested or listed as an option in:
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