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Cross Stitch Floss & Thread
Nothing makes us happier than the rainbow colors of cross stitch thread and cross stitch floss! Our cross stitch floss for sale includes DMC cross stitch thread - famous for embroidery, cross stitch, and many other types of needlework threads. Browse our extensive cross stitch threads below, or check out our cross stitch fabric, cross stitch patterns, cross stitch needles, and more!
Valdani O506 Cinnamon Swirl Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC5-O50645.9 yards of Valdani non-divisible hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian size 5 t ...Price: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each
Valdani O539 Evergreens Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC5-O53945.9 yards of Valdani non-divisible hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian size 5 t ...Price: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each
Valdani O540 Black Olives Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC5-O54045.9 yards of Valdani non-divisible hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian size 5 t ...Price: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each
Valdani O561 Shimmering Denim Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC5-O56145.9 yards of Valdani non-divisible hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian size 5 t ...Price: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each![Valdani P5 Tarnished Gold Vintage Hues Sampler Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread | Valdani #PC5-P5]()
Valdani P5 Tarnished Gold Vintage Hues Sampler Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC5-P545.9 yards of Valdani non-divisible hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian size 5 t ...Price: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each![Valdani P6 Rusted Orange Vintage Hues Sampler Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread | Valdani #PC5-P6]()
Valdani P6 Rusted Orange Vintage Hues Sampler Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC5-P645.9 yards of Valdani non-divisible hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian size 5 t ...Price: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each![Valdani 65 Orange Red Size 8 Perle Cotton Thread | Valdani #PC8-65]()
Valdani 65 Orange Red Size 8 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC8-6573.2 yards of Valdani non-divisible hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian size 8 t ...Price: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each![Valdani 76 Christmas Red Size 8 Perle Cotton Thread | Valdani #PC8-76]()
Valdani 76 Christmas Red Size 8 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC8-7673.2 yards of Valdani non-divisible hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian size 8 t ...Price: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each![Valdani 153 Antique Gold Size 8 Perle Cotton Thread | Valdani #PC8-153]()
Valdani 153 Antique Gold Size 8 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC8-15373.2 yards of Valdani non-divisible hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian size 8 t ...Price: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each![Valdani 196 Golden Brown Size 8 Perle Cotton Thread | Valdani #PC8-196]()
Valdani 196 Golden Brown Size 8 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC8-19673.2 yards of Valdani non-divisible hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian size 8 t ...Price: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each![Valdani 199 Dark Olive Green Size 8 Perle Cotton Thread | Valdani #PC8-199]()
Valdani 199 Dark Olive Green Size 8 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC8-19973.2 yards of Valdani non-divisible hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian size 8 t ...Price: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each![Valdani H206 Washed Orange Heirloom Collection Size 8 Perle Cotton Thread | Valdani #PC8-H206]()
Valdani H206 Washed Orange Heirloom Collection Size 8 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC8-H20673.2 yards of Valdani non-divisible hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian size 8 t ...Price: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each![Valdani 48 Baby Pink Medium Dark 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | Valdani #6STSOL-48]()
Valdani 48 Baby Pink Medium Dark 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STSOL-4810 yards of Valdani 6-strand hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian cotton cross st ...Price: $3.24 Sale: $3.24 each$3.24 each![Valdani 93 Bright Turquoise 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | Valdani #6STSOL-93]()
Valdani 93 Bright Turquoise 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STSOL-9310 yards of Valdani 6-strand hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian cotton cross st ...Price: $3.24 Sale: $3.24 each$3.24 each![Valdani 153 Antique Gold 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | Valdani #6STSOL-153]()
Valdani 153 Antique Gold 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STSOL-15310 yards of Valdani 6-strand hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian cotton cross st ...Price: $3.24 Sale: $3.24 each$3.24 each![Valdani 154 Deep Antique Gold 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | Valdani #6STSOL-154]()
Valdani 154 Deep Antique Gold 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STSOL-15410 yards of Valdani 6-strand hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian cotton cross st ...Price: $3.24 Sale: $3.24 each$3.24 each![Valdani 173 Rich Brown Dark 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | Valdani #6STSOL-173]()
Valdani 173 Rich Brown Dark 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STSOL-17310 yards of Valdani 6-strand hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian cotton cross st ...Price: $3.24 Sale: $3.24 each$3.24 each![Valdani 196 Golden Brown 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | Valdani #6STSOL-196]()
Valdani 196 Golden Brown 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STSOL-19610 yards of Valdani 6-strand hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian cotton cross st ...Price: $3.24 Sale: $3.24 each$3.24 each![Valdani 199 Rich Olive Green 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | Valdani #6STSOL-199]()
Valdani 199 Rich Olive Green 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STSOL-19910 yards of Valdani 6-strand hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian cotton cross st ...Price: $3.24 Sale: $3.24 each$3.24 each![Valdani M14 Roses 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | Valdani #6STVAR-M14]()
Valdani M14 Roses 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STVAR-M1410 yards of Valdani 6-strand hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian cotton cross st ...Price: $3.24 Sale: $3.24 each$3.24 each![Valdani M83 Mint Julep 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | Valdani #6STVAR-M83]()
Valdani M83 Mint Julep 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STVAR-M8310 yards of Valdani 6-strand hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian cotton cross st ...Price: $3.24 Sale: $3.24 each$3.24 each![Valdani O34 Empress Blue 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | Valdani #6STVAR-O34]()
Valdani O34 Empress Blue 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STVAR-O3410 yards of Valdani 6-strand hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian cotton cross st ...Price: $3.24 Sale: $3.24 each$3.24 each![Valdani O154 Antique Gold 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | Valdani #6STVAR-O154]()
Valdani O154 Antique Gold 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STVAR-O15410 yards of Valdani 6-strand hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian cotton cross st ...Price: $3.24 Sale: $3.24 each$3.24 each![Valdani O196 Muddy Bark 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | Valdani #6STVAR-O196]()
Valdani O196 Muddy Bark 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STVAR-O19610 yards of Valdani 6-strand hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian cotton cross st ...Price: $3.24 Sale: $3.24 each$3.24 each![Valdani O217 Yummy Pumpkin 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | Valdani #6STVAR-O217]()
Valdani O217 Yummy Pumpkin 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STVAR-O21710 yards of Valdani 6-strand hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian cotton cross st ...Price: $3.24 Sale: $3.24 each$3.24 each![Valdani O540 Black Olive 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | Valdani #6STVAR-O540]()
Valdani O540 Black Olive 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STVAR-O54010 yards of Valdani 6-strand hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian cotton cross st ...Price: $3.24 Sale: $3.24 each$3.24 each![Valdani O560 Morning Grass 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | Valdani #6STVAR-O560]()
Valdani O560 Morning Grass 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STVAR-O56010 yards of Valdani 6-strand hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian cotton cross st ...Price: $3.24 Sale: $3.24 each$3.24 each![Valdani O561 Shimmering Denim 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | Valdani #6STVAR-O561]()
Valdani O561 Shimmering Denim 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STVAR-O56110 yards of Valdani 6-strand hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian cotton cross st ...Price: $3.24 Sale: $3.24 each$3.24 each![Valdani O775 Proud Turkey 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | Valdani #6STVAR-O775]()
Valdani O775 Proud Turkey 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STVAR-O77510 yards of Valdani 6-strand hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian cotton cross st ...Price: $3.24 Sale: $3.24 each$3.24 each![Valdani P6 Rusted Orange Vintage Hues Sampler 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | Valdani #6STVAR-P6]()
Valdani P6 Rusted Orange Vintage Hues Sampler 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STVAR-P610 yards of Valdani 6-strand hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian cotton cross st ...Price: $3.24 Sale: $3.24 each$3.24 each
The Best Cross Stitch Thread for Your Project
Whether you're looking for cross stitch thread for standard needlework or an embroidery project, Fat Quarter Shop has all the colors of floss you can dream of.
Most cross stitch floss (also known as embroidery floss thread) consists of six strands. Cross stitch projects are typically stitched on a 14-count or 16-count Aida fabric and call for two strands of thread to be used – so you'll need to pull apart the floss thread and pair the strands up before you thread your needle.
Using a cross stitch pattern or a cross stitch kit, you'll get a chart showing the floss names and/or numbers. Each number corresponds to a particular color and matches up to the design in your pattern. By organizing your embroidery floss carefully before you embark on your project, you'll be able to easily identify your cross stitch thread colors without tearing your hair out. We have cross stitch storage and organization solutions designed just for this purpose.
Other Forms of Stitching That Use Needlework Thread
Some types of embroidery call for as many as six strands of cross stitch floss. Embroidery uses various stitches, each designed to create a different effect. Aside from cross stitching, other applications that use floss thread include:
- Quilting
- Needlepoint
- Smocking
- Crewel
- Punch Embroidery
- Appliqué
How to Thread a Needle for Cross Stitching
Start to cross stitch in this Cross Stitch University video! Thread your needle and take that first cross stitch. Kimberly shows you how to cut your floss, how to pull a skein apart, 2 ways to thread your needle, 2 ways to start cross stitching (like the loop method), and 2 ways to cross stitch (Danish and English methods).
Frequently Asked Questions About Cross Stitch Thread
Whatever your current level of expertise, you likely have a question or two about cross stitch floss thread. We've tackled a few of them here, but if you need more information on needlework thread or any of the sewing products we sell, please let us know.
What's the Difference Between Embroidery Floss and Cross Stitch Floss?
There's no difference between the two, except in the number of threads you use for each form of needlework. Generally, you'll use two cross stitch threads, but for other embroidery projects, you will use up to six threads. Although it may be referred to as "embroidery silk," floss thread is usually made of cotton.
How Do You Separate Floss Thread to Cross Stitch?
Hold the cross stitch floss in one hand and separate the individual threads at the top with your other hand. Pull one thread out while gently holding on to the rest. Repeat this procedure so that you have two threads. Line up the two threads evenly, and you're ready to thread your needle and start sewing.
What Is DMC Cross Stitch Thread?
DMC Mouline Stranded Thread is the finest quality thread and the most widely used worldwide. Made of 100% Egyptian cotton, DMC cross stitch floss is mercerized to give it a lovely sheen. DMC thread comes in over 450 colors.
Get Ready for Your Next Project With Cross Stitch Thread From Fat Quarter Shop
Look for all your favorite cross stitch floss brands at Fat Quarter Shop – including DMC cross stitch floss. We have every imaginable color in the rainbow to ensure your cross stitch project looks amazing and true to color when completed. Ensure you have the cross stitch supplies you need to finish your project!
