Cross Stitch: Finished Hoops & Custom Portraits

Start with the count. Cross stitch is worked on even-weave fabric measured in threads per inch: 14-count Aida is bold and beginner-friendly, while 18-count or 28-count linen gives the finer detail portraits and small lettering need. Counted designs (stitched from a chart) read crisp and even, so ask whether the piece is full-coverage or uses open negative space, since that changes how heavy it looks framed. Most makers use DMC cotton floss; check for specialty threads like metallics or hand-dyed variegated. Finished hoops run roughly $25-$70, framed samplers $60-$180, and large custom portraits $120-$300+. Pet and family portraits, name samplers, and wedding records are the most-requested commissions. Ready-made hoops often ship in 3-7 business days, while a charted-and-stitched custom portrait commonly takes 2-5 weeks. For gifts, confirm whether the hoop, frame, or mount is included in the price.

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