Is cross stitching hard to do?
That sounds like a lovely idea! Cross stitch is not too hard, but you would be best to start with a smaller one to see how it works. You can get beginner packs, yes – the easiest thing is to go to your local craft shop and ask them. Often they will even show you how to do it, and if you get stuck then you can take it in and they’ll help you. The pack will have full instructions anyway. Magazines are also a good way to start, as they have instructions on how to complete projects. There are 2 types of kit – the ones with the design printed on the cloth, and the ones with a separate chart that you follow (the cloth is blank in these ones). The first type is easier for beginners, because the design is printed on already, so you just have to choose the same colour of thread and sew a little X on the spot. I started cross stitch when I was about 14, and always really enjoyed it. I found that once I had got the basics I was able to progress really quickly. There’s not a lot to learn really –
