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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!
DMC 3854 Medium Autumn Gold 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-38548.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each
Valdani O775 Proud Turkey Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC5-O77545.9 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 H203 Blackened Teal Heirloom Collection 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STVAR-H20310 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 O519 Green Olives Size 8 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC8-O51973.2 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 6 Natural Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread | Valdani #PC5-6]()
Valdani 6 Natural Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC5-645.9 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 P10 Antique Violet Vintage Hues Sampler Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread | Valdani #PC5-P10]()
Valdani P10 Antique Violet Vintage Hues Sampler Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC5-P1045.9 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 H206 Washed Orange Heirloom Collection 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | Valdani #6STVAR-H206]()
Valdani H206 Washed Orange Heirloom Collection 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STVAR-H20610 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 P5 Tarnished Gold Vintage Hues Sampler 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | Valdani #6STVAR-P5]()
Valdani P5 Tarnished Gold Vintage Hues Sampler 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STVAR-P510 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 H203 Blackened Teal Heirloom Collection Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread | Valdani #PC5-H203]()
Valdani H203 Blackened Teal Heirloom Collection Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC5-H20345.9 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 P12 Brown Vintage Hues Sampler Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread | Valdani #PC5-P12]()
Valdani P12 Brown Vintage Hues Sampler Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC5-P1245.9 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 48 Baby Pink Medium Size 8 Perle Cotton Thread | Valdani #PC8-48]()
Valdani 48 Baby Pink Medium Size 8 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC8-4873.2 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 78 Rusty Burgundy Dark Size 8 Perle Cotton Thread | Valdani #PC8-78]()
Valdani 78 Rusty Burgundy Dark Size 8 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC8-7873.2 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 101 Heavenly Blue Size 8 Perle Cotton Thread | Valdani #PC8-101]()
Valdani 101 Heavenly Blue Size 8 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC8-10173.2 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 O506 Cinnamon Swirl 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | Valdani #6STVAR-O506]()
Valdani O506 Cinnamon Swirl 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STVAR-O50610 yards of Valdani 6-strand hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian cotton cross st ...Price: $3.24 Sale: $3.24 each$3.24 each![Cast Iron Skillet The Gentle Art Sampler Threads 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss | Gentle Art #1060]()
Cast Iron Skillet The Gentle Art Sampler Threads 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Gentle Art #10605 yards of The Gentle Art Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton embroidery flossPrice: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each![Espresso Bean The Gentle Art Simply Shaker Threads 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss| Gentle Art #7084]()
Espresso Bean The Gentle Art Simply Shaker Threads 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Gentle Art #70845 yards of The Gentle Art Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton embroidery flossPrice: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each![DMC 4030 Color Variations Monet's Garden 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #417-4030]()
DMC 4030 Color Variations Monet's Garden 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #417-40308.7 yards of variegated DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embro ...Price: $1.24 Sale: $1.24 each$1.24 each![Valdani O575 Crispy Leaf Size 8 Perle Cotton Thread | Valdani #PC8-O575]()
Valdani O575 Crispy Leaf Size 8 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC8-O57573.2 yards of Valdani non-divisible hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian size 8 t ...Price: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each![Nighty Nite Classic Colorworks 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss by Classic Colorworks #CCT-160]()
Nighty Nite Classic Colorworks 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Classic Colorworks #CCT-1605 yards of Classic Colorworks Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton cross stitch embroi ...Price: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each![DMC 3853 Dark Autumn Gold 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-3853]()
DMC 3853 Dark Autumn Gold 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-38538.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![Valdani O503 Garnets Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread | Valdani #PC5-O503]()
Valdani O503 Garnets Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC5-O50345.9 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 O196 Muddy Bark Size 8 Perle Cotton Thread | Valdani #PC8-O196]()
Valdani O196 Muddy Bark Size 8 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC8-O19673.2 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 78 Rusty Burgundy Dark 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | Valdani #6STSOL-78]()
Valdani 78 Rusty Burgundy Dark 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STSOL-7810 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 101 Heavenly Blue 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | Valdani #6STSOL-101]()
Valdani 101 Heavenly Blue 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STSOL-10110 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 O539 Evergreens 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | Valdani #6STVAR-O539]()
Valdani O539 Evergreens 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STVAR-O53910 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 P10 Antique Violet Vintage Hues Sampler 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | Valdani #6STVAR-P10]()
Valdani P10 Antique Violet Vintage Hues Sampler 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
Valdani #6STVAR-P1010 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 775 Turkey Red Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread | Valdani #PC5-775]()
Valdani 775 Turkey Red Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC5-77545.9 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 H202 Withered Green Heirloom Collection Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread | Valdani #PC5-H202]()
Valdani H202 Withered Green Heirloom Collection Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC5-H20245.9 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 JP3 Sweet Violets Muddy Monet Collection Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread | Valdani #PC5-JP3]()
Valdani JP3 Sweet Violets Muddy Monet Collection Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC5-JP345.9 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 O501 Ebony Almond Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread | Valdani #PC5-O501]()
Valdani O501 Ebony Almond Size 5 Perle Cotton Thread
Valdani #PC5-O50145.9 yards of Valdani non-divisible hand-dyed 100% long staple Egyptian size 5 t ...Price: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each
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!
