Reddit mentions of DIMENSIONS Needlecrafts Counted Cross Stitch, Cute Kitty
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- Beginner's cross stitch kit contains thread, hoop, fabric, needle, and easy-to-follow instructions.
- Finished size measures 3'' D.
- Handcraft this adorable kitten for a relaxing afternoon craft with Dimensions' cross stitch craft.
- Completed pattern makes for a personalized piece of bedroom or desk décor.
- With a cute theme and easy to follow instructions, this beginner's cross stitch kit is perfect as a fun little gift!
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| Color | Multicolor |
| Height | 0.6 Inches |
| Length | 3 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Weight | 0.1 Pounds |
| Width | 3 Inches |
I'll second (third?) cross-stitch. You can buy a basic beginner's kit at a craft store or even at Walmart very cheaply, and it will include everything you need to get started so you can see if you like it or not. The one I linked even includes a hoop.
Cross-stitch can be as basic or as complicated as you like, mostly based on the size of your finished piece. It is essentially pixel art, because you complete it one tiny square at a time. It can be anything from simple text to huge elaborate "paintings" (I don't personally have the patience to complete these but they are impressive!) Look around /r/CrossStitch to get a good idea of the range of options!
Sometimes in cross-stitch you will also use a technique called backstitching, which creates an outline without creating cross-stitches. It can make a big impact on your finished work. If you use this technique on it's own you basically have blackwork, which can be used to create all sorts of designs.
I've only dabbled a little in standard "embroidery" but similar to cross-stitch it can be as simple or as elaborate as you want it to be. I think it's harder to find beginner kits for this so you'd probably have to find your own supplies, but basically you are drawing with thread and you can use different stitches to create different results. Again, take a look around /r/embroidery to get an idea of the options it gives you. Some people who are very good can create incredible thread paintings. You can use backstitching for this sort of embroidery and knowing how to do that would probably be a good foundation.
The only other thing I can think of that really crosses over is French (or colonial) knots which you might encounter in cross-stitch patterns as well as use in embroidery.
I hope that helped and didn't make things more confusing! :)
A small beginner's kit usually comes with everything you need. Something this size is a good way to get familiar with it. It comes with all instructions you'll need.
To get better, or work your way up to more difficult projects, Floss Tube, which is a community of stitchers who post vlogs of their work is how I got more into it. Also Facebook groups and reading posts here on reddit have made me go from beginner to what I call an advanced intermediate. It's a great hobby. I also have chronic pain issues as well as mental health issues, and it is pretty soothing.