Materials used
Materials used for the works
Fabrics Used
The following fabrics were used for each piece, serving as the foundation for the embroidery:
- Arachova fabric
- Etamine
- Canvas Fine
- Canvas Medium
- Canvas Thick
- Canvas with Golden Yarn
- Canvas Hessian
- Canvas Tapestry
- Gobelin
- Linen
- Linen six-ply
- Tsevres
- Tsevres Organza
- Tsevres Silk
Threads Used
For each piece, the following threads were used:
- Silk Embroidery Floss
- DMC Mouline Cotton Embroidery Floss
- DMC Pearl Cotton Floss
- DMC Pearl Cotton Ball
- DMC Metallic Embroidery Thread
- Dark, reddish and bright gold Embroidery cones
- Silver Embroidery cones
- Woolen yarns
Decorative Trims
For each piece, the following trims, fringes, tassels or ribbons were used:
- Decorative embroidery Trim (greek Tresa)
- Decorative embroidery Fringe (greek Krosia)
- Decorative Bullion Fringe (greek Strifta Krosia)
- Silk decorative Fringe
- Decorative gold or silver Tassel
- Velvet Ribbon
Cross Stitch in Today’s World
Despite the rapid pace of modern life and the rise of digital hobbies, cross stitch remains popular among crafters and hobbyists. It is often praised for its meditative and calming effects, offering a welcome break from screens and fast-paced routines.
Today, cross stitch is often shared through social media, online communities, and craft marketplaces, giving it a renewed life and making it accessible to younger generations.