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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 741 Medium Tangerine 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-7418.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each
DMC 3753 Ultra Very Light Antique Blue 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-37538.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each
AuriFloss Spun Gold 6 Strand 100% Cotton Embroidery Floss Spool
Aurifil #PAF-213418 yards of AuriFloss 6-strand 100% cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each
AuriFloss Dark Carm Red 6 Strand 100% Cotton Embroidery Floss Spool
Aurifil #PAF-246018 yards of AuriFloss 6-strand 100% cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each![DMC 803 Ultra Very Dark Baby Blue 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-803]()
DMC 803 Ultra Very Dark Baby Blue 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-8038.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![DMC 951 Light Tawny 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-951]()
DMC 951 Light Tawny 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-9518.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![DMC 67 Variegated Baby Blue 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-67]()
DMC 67 Variegated Baby Blue 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-678.7 yards of DMC variegated 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embro ...Price: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![DMC 832 Golden Olive 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-832]()
DMC 832 Golden Olive 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-8328.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![DMC 3721 Dark Shell Pink 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-3721]()
DMC 3721 Dark Shell Pink 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-37218.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![AuriFloss Earl Gray 6 Strand 100% Cotton Embroidery Floss Spool | Aurifil #BAF-6732]()
AuriFloss Earl Gray 6 Strand 100% Cotton Embroidery Floss Spool
Aurifil #PAF-673218 yards of AuriFloss 6-strand 100% cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each![DMC 3078 Very Light Golden Yellow 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-3078]()
DMC 3078 Very Light Golden Yellow 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-30788.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![DMC 775 Very Light Baby Blue 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-775]()
DMC 775 Very Light Baby Blue 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-7758.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![AuriFloss Peachy Pink 6 Strand 100% Cotton Embroidery Floss Spool| Aurifil #BAF-2435]()
AuriFloss Peachy Pink 6 Strand 100% Cotton Embroidery Floss Spool
Aurifil #PAF-243518 yards of AuriFloss 6-strand 100% cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each![DMC 4205 Color Variations Caliente 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #417-4205]()
DMC 4205 Color Variations Caliente 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #417-42058.7 yards of variegated DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embro ...Price: $1.24 Sale: $1.24 each$1.24 each![Cosmo Aster Purple Cross Stitch and Embroidery Floss | Lecien #2512-2172]()
Cosmo Aster Purple Cross Stitch and Embroidery Floss
Lecien #2512-21728 yards of Cosmo 6-strand 100% extra-long staple Egyptian cotton cross stitch an ...Price: $1.24 Sale: $1.24 each$1.24 each![DMC 168 Very Light Pewter 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-168]()
DMC 168 Very Light Pewter 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-1688.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![DMC 3713 Very Light Salmon 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-3713]()
DMC 3713 Very Light Salmon 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-37138.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![DMC 772 Very Light Yellow Green 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-772]()
DMC 772 Very Light Yellow Green 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-7728.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![DMC Medium Tin 6 Strand Embroidery Floss| DMC #117UA-03]()
DMC 03 Medium Tin 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-038.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![DMC 550 Very Dark Violet 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-550]()
DMC 550 Very Dark Violet 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-5508.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![DMC 4501 Coloris Wildflowers 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #517-4501]()
DMC 4501 Coloris Wildflowers 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #517-45018.7 yards of variegated DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embro ...Price: $1.54 Sale: $1.54 each$1.54 each![DMC 316 Medium Antique Mauve 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-316]()
DMC 316 Medium Antique Mauve 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-3168.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![DMC 934 Black Avocado Green 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-934]()
DMC 934 Black Avocado Green 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-9348.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![DMC 989 Forest Green 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-989]()
DMC 989 Forest Green 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-9898.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![Guacamole Weeks Dye Works 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss| Weeks Dye Works #WDW-1193]()
Guacamole Weeks Dye Works 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Weeks Dye Works #WDW-11935 yards of Weeks Dye Works Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton embroidery flossPrice: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each![DMC 3727 Light Antique Mauve 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-3727]()
DMC 3727 Light Antique Mauve 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-37278.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![DMC 4122 Color Variations Fall Harvest 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #417-4122]()
DMC 4122 Color Variations Fall Harvest 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #417-41228.7 yards of variegated DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embro ...Price: $1.24 Sale: $1.24 each$1.24 each![DMC 535 Very Light Ash Gray 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-535]()
DMC 535 Very Light Ash Gray 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-5358.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![DMC Very Dark Fuchsia 6 Strand Embroidery Floss| DMC #117UA-35]()
DMC 35 Very Dark Fuchsia 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-358.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![DMC 900 Dark Burnt Orange 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-900]()
DMC 900 Dark Burnt Orange 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-9008.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 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!
