Bucilla, Counted Cross Stitch

A family quilt handed down for generations. A Christmas stocking stitched by your mother. A favorite Thanksgiving tablecloth. Many of the keepsakes we hold closest to our hearts have been stitched by the hands of a loved one. And for more than 130 years, Bucilla has been helping them do so.

In 1996, Bucilla joined the Plaid family of products and continues to produce the same quality needlecraft products that made Bucilla one of the leading names in the industry.

Bucilla offers a wide variety of kits in various stitchery mediums, including needlepoint, counted and stamped cross-stitch, crewel and embroidery, and felt appliqué. Kits include the pattern, embroidery floss or yarn, and fabric with which to complete the project. From seasonal to religious to everyday designs, Bucilla stitchery kits offer a range of beautiful designs just waiting to be created:

Needlepoint
Needlepoint is stitched on canvas that is printed with the design. The design is stitched with wool yarn using a continental stitch. When the design is complete, no canvas is exposed. Needlepoint designs can be made into framed pictures, Christmas stockings, pillows, and more!

Counted and Stamped Cross-Stitch
Counted cross-stitch is a needlecraft usually done on an evenweave fabric like Aida cloth or linen. To create the design, you follow a chart by creating a cross-stitch (x) of embroidery floss that corresponds to the appropriate color symbol on the design chart. Counted cross-stitch projects can be made into framed samplers and pictures, wall hangings, napkins, baby bibs, and other beautiful creations.

Stamped cross-stitch kits have the pattern already printed on the fabric. To complete the project, simply follow the stamped pattern and the chart. Stamped cross-stitch kits usually include projects such as tablecloths, pillowcases, dresser scarves, baby decor, and bedspreads.

Crewel
Crewel is worked on linen that is stamped with the outline of the design. To complete the design, follow the chart and fill in the area with wool yarn or embroidery floss using a satin stitch. Crewel works can be made into beautiful framed pieces, as well as intricate Christmas stockings.

Felt
Stockings, tree skirts, and ornaments can all be made with felt. Felt appliqué is a unique, fun, and modern needlecraft. Using felt, sequins, and floss you can create some fantastic and original Christmas creations that can be used year after year.