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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!
Cosmo Light Burned Orange Cross Stitch and Embroidery Floss
Lecien #2512-4058 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 838 Very Dark Beige Brown 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-8388.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each
NPI #844 8 Strand Silk Floss - Hellenic Gold Range
Needlepoint Inc #8445 meters of NPI 8-strand 100% pure Chinese silk flossPrice: $4.98 Sale: $4.98 each$4.98 each
DMC 28 Medium Light Eggplant 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-288.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![AuriFloss Blossom Pink 6 Strand 100% Cotton Embroidery Floss Spool| Aurifil #BAF-2530]()
AuriFloss Blossom Pink 6 Strand 100% Cotton Embroidery Floss Spool
Aurifil #PAF-253018 yards of AuriFloss 6-strand 100% cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each![Daffodil Weeks Dye Works 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss| Weeks Dye Works #WDW-1119]()
Daffodil Weeks Dye Works 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Weeks Dye Works #WDW-11195 yards of Weeks Dye Works Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton embroidery flossPrice: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each![DMC 892 Medium Carnation 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-892]()
DMC 892 Medium Carnation 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-8928.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![Sarsaparilla The Gentle Art Simply Shaker Threads 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss| Gentle Art #7015]()
Sarsaparilla The Gentle Art Simply Shaker Threads 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Gentle Art #70155 yards of The Gentle Art Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton embroidery flossPrice: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each![AuriFloss Light Grey Turquoise 6 Strand 100% Cotton Embroidery Floss Spool | Aurifil #BAF-2805]()
AuriFloss Light Grey Turquoise 6 Strand 100% Cotton Embroidery Floss Spool
Aurifil #PAF-280518 yards of AuriFloss 6-strand 100% cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each![Cosmo Light Orange Cross Stitch and Embroidery Floss | Lecien #2512-750A]()
Cosmo Light Orange Cross Stitch and Embroidery Floss
Lecien #2512-750A8 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 4210 Color Variations Radiant Ruby 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #417-4210]()
DMC 4210 Color Variations Radiant Ruby 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #417-42108.7 yards of variegated DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embro ...Price: $1.24 Sale: $1.24 each$1.24 each![DMC 4235 Color Variations Arctic Sea 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #417-4235]()
DMC 4235 Color Variations Arctic Sea 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #417-42358.7 yards of variegated DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embro ...Price: $1.24 Sale: $1.24 each$1.24 each![Lori Holt Bee in My Bonnet Stitch Cards Set M DMC Thread Pack | DMC]()
Lori Holt Bee in My Bonnet Stitch Cards Set M DMC Thread Pack
DMCIncludes 9 DMC 6-strand embroidery floss (8.7 yards each)Price: $7.98 Sale: $7.98 each$7.98 each![Cosmo Grass Green Embroidery Floss | Lecien #2512-118]()
Cosmo Grass Green Cross Stitch and Embroidery Floss
Lecien #2512-1188 yards of Cosmo 6-strand 100% extra-long staple Egyptian cotton cross stitch an ...Price: $1.24 Sale: $1.24 each$1.24 each![Cosmo Cool Grey Embroidery Floss | Lecien #2512-151]()
Cosmo Cool Grey Cross Stitch and Embroidery Floss
Lecien #2512-1518 yards of Cosmo 6-strand 100% extra-long staple Egyptian cotton cross stitch an ...Price: $1.24 Sale: $1.24 each$1.24 each![Cosmo Camel Embroidery Floss | Lecien #2512-307]()
Cosmo Camel Cross Stitch and Embroidery Floss
Lecien #2512-3078 yards of Cosmo 6-strand 100% extra-long staple Egyptian cotton cross stitch an ...Price: $1.24 Sale: $1.24 each$1.24 each![Cosmo Brick Embroidery Floss | Lecien #2512-2241]()
Cosmo Brick Cross Stitch and Embroidery Floss
Lecien #2512-22418 yards of Cosmo 6-strand 100% extra-long staple Egyptian cotton cross stitch an ...Price: $1.24 Sale: $1.24 each$1.24 each![AuriFloss Medium Mint 6 Strand 100% Cotton Embroidery Floss Spool | Aurifil #BAF-2835]()
AuriFloss Medium Mint 6 Strand 100% Cotton Embroidery Floss Spool
Aurifil #PAF-283518 yards of AuriFloss 6-strand 100% cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each![Spinach Classic Colorworks 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss by Classic Colorworks #CCT-029]()
Spinach Classic Colorworks 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Classic Colorworks #CCT-0295 yards of Classic Colorworks Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton cross stitch embroi ...Price: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each![Tiny Vine Classic Colorworks 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss by Classic Colorworks #CCT-205]()
Tiny Vine Classic Colorworks 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Classic Colorworks #CCT-2055 yards of Classic Colorworks Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton cross stitch embroi ...Price: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each![Saltwater Taffy Weeks Dye Works 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss| Weeks Dye Works #WDW-1132]()
Saltwater Taffy Weeks Dye Works 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Weeks Dye Works #WDW-11325 yards of Weeks Dye Works Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton embroidery flossPrice: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each![Tiger's Eye Weeks Dye Works 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss| Weeks Dye Works #WDW-1225]()
Tiger's Eye Weeks Dye Works 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Weeks Dye Works #WDW-12255 yards of Weeks Dye Works Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton embroidery flossPrice: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each![Ocean Weeks Dye Works 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss| Weeks Dye Works #WDW-1282]()
Ocean Weeks Dye Works 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Weeks Dye Works #WDW-12825 yards of Weeks Dye Works Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton embroidery flossPrice: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each![Cranberry Ice Weeks Dye Works 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss| Weeks Dye Works #WDW-1323]()
Cranberry Ice Weeks Dye Works 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Weeks Dye Works #WDW-13235 yards of Weeks Dye Works Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton embroidery flossPrice: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each![Shepard's Blue Weeks Dye Works 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss| Weeks Dye Works #WDW-2108A]()
Shepard's Blue Weeks Dye Works 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Weeks Dye Works #WDW-2108A5 yards of Weeks Dye Works Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton embroidery flossPrice: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each![Bayberry Weeks Dye Works 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss| Weeks Dye Works #WDW-2166]()
Bayberry Weeks Dye Works 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Weeks Dye Works #WDW-21665 yards of Weeks Dye Works Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton embroidery flossPrice: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each![DMC 3803 Dark Mauve 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-3803]()
DMC 3803 Dark Mauve 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-38038.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![DMC 3812 Very Dark Sea Green 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-3812]()
DMC 3812 Very Dark Sea Green 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-38128.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![DMC 504 Very Light Blue Green 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-504]()
DMC 504 Very Light Blue Green 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-5048.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![DMC 813 Light Blue 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-813]()
DMC 813 Light Blue 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-8138.7 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!
