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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!
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
DMC 106 Variegated Coral 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-1068.7 yards of DMC variegated 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embro ...Price: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each
Ora's Iris Classic Colorworks 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Classic Colorworks #CCT-2165 yards of Classic Colorworks Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton cross stitch embroi ...Price: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each
Purple Toile Classic Colorworks 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Classic Colorworks #CCT-0585 yards of Classic Colorworks Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton cross stitch embroi ...Price: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each
Holly Presencia Finca Floss Sampler Pack
Presencia #0530S-KCNHOLLYIncludes 18 Presencia Finca 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embro ...Price: $20.48 Sale: $20.48 each$20.48 each
Madras Weeks Dye Works 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Weeks Dye Works #WDW-21265 yards of Weeks Dye Works Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton embroidery flossPrice: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each
Old Marigold Classic Colorworks 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Classic Colorworks #CCT-0855 yards of Classic Colorworks Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton cross stitch embroi ...Price: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each
Peach Sherbet Classic Colorworks 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Classic Colorworks #CCT-0235 yards of Classic Colorworks Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton cross stitch embroi ...Price: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each![DMC 3609 Ultra Light Plum 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-3609]()
DMC 3609 Ultra Light Plum 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-36098.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![Dragonfly The Gentle Art Sampler Threads 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss| Gentle Art #0960]()
Dragonfly The Gentle Art Sampler Threads 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Gentle Art #09605 yards of The Gentle Art Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton embroidery flossPrice: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each![NPI #132 8 Strand Silk Floss | Needlepoint Inc #132]()
NPI #132 8 Strand Silk Floss - Creamy Yellow Range
Needlepoint Inc #1325 meters of NPI 8-strand 100% pure Chinese silk flossPrice: $4.98 Sale: $4.98 each$4.98 each![NPI #331A 8 Strand Silk Floss | Needlepoint Inc #331A]()
NPI #331A 8 Strand Silk Floss - Avocado Green Range
Needlepoint Inc #331A5 meters of NPI 8-strand 100% pure Chinese silk flossPrice: $4.98 Sale: $4.98 each$4.98 each![NPI #443 8 Strand Silk Floss - Persimmon Range | Needlepoint Inc #443]()
NPI #443 8 Strand Silk Floss - Persimmon Range
Needlepoint Inc #4435 meters of NPI 8-strand 100% pure Chinese silk flossPrice: $4.98 Sale: $4.98 each$4.98 each![NPI #516 8 Strand Silk Floss | Needlepoint Inc #516]()
NPI #516 8 Strand Silk Floss - Mint Green Range
Needlepoint Inc #5165 meters of NPI 8-strand 100% pure Chinese silk flossPrice: $4.98 Sale: $4.98 each$4.98 each![Hallow Presencia Finca Floss Sampler Pack | Presencia #0530S-KCNHALLOW]()
Hallow Presencia Finca Floss Sampler Pack
Presencia #0530S-KCNHALLOWIncludes 18 Presencia Finca 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embro ...Price: $20.48 Sale: $20.48 each$20.48 each![Baby's Breath Weeks Dye Works 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss | Weeks Dye Works #WDW-1103]()
Baby's Breath Weeks Dye Works 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Weeks Dye Works #WDW-11035 yards of Weeks Dye Works Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton embroidery flossPrice: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each![Emma's Pink Weeks Dye Works 2 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss | Weeks Dye Works #WDW-2S-2280]()
Emma's Pink Weeks Dye Works 2 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Weeks Dye Works #WDW-2S-228045 yards of Weeks Dye Works Hand-Dyed 2-strand 100% cotton embroidery flossPrice: $4.98 Sale: $4.98 each$4.98 each![DMC D321 Diamant Metallic Ruby Single Strand Embroidery Thread | DMC #380-D321]()
DMC D321 Diamant Metallic Ruby Single Strand Embroidery Thread
DMC #380-D32138.2 yards of DMC single-strand embroidery thread with metallic effectPrice: $2.74 Sale: $2.74 each$2.74 each![Boo Crew DMC Thread Pack | DMC]()
Boo Crew DMC Thread Pack
DMCIncludes 7 DMC 6-strand embroidery floss (8.7 yards each)Price: $6.48 Sale: $6.48 each$6.48 each![AuriFloss Light Jade 6 Strand 100% Cotton Embroidery Floss Spool| Aurifil #BAF-1148]()
AuriFloss Light Jade 6 Strand 100% Cotton Embroidery Floss Spool
Aurifil #PAF-114818 yards of AuriFloss 6-strand 100% cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each![AuriFloss Light Fern 6 Strand 100% Cotton Embroidery Floss Spool| Aurifil #BAF-2882]()
AuriFloss Light Fern 6 Strand 100% Cotton Embroidery Floss Spool
Aurifil #PAF-288218 yards of AuriFloss 6-strand 100% cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each![AuriFloss Mint 6 Strand 100% Cotton Embroidery Floss Spool| Aurifil #BAF-2830]()
AuriFloss Mint 6 Strand 100% Cotton Embroidery Floss Spool
Aurifil #PAF-283018 yards of AuriFloss 6-strand 100% cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each![Cashmere Classic Colorworks 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss by Classic Colorworks #CCT-077]()
Cashmere Classic Colorworks 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Classic Colorworks #CCT-0775 yards of Classic Colorworks Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton cross stitch embroi ...Price: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each![Tomatillo Classic Colorworks 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss by Classic Colorworks #CCT-074]()
Tomatillo Classic Colorworks 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Classic Colorworks #CCT-0745 yards of Classic Colorworks Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton cross stitch embroi ...Price: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 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![Wasabi Weeks Dye Works 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss| Weeks Dye Works #WDW-1120]()
Wasabi Weeks Dye Works 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Weeks Dye Works #WDW-11205 yards of Weeks Dye Works Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton embroidery flossPrice: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each![Grape Ice Weeks Dye Works 8 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss| Weeks Dye Works #WDW-1156]()
Grape Ice Weeks Dye Works 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Weeks Dye Works #WDW-11565 yards of Weeks Dye Works Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton embroidery flossPrice: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each![DMC 3746 Dark Blue Violet 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-3746]()
DMC 3746 Dark Blue Violet 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-37468.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![DMC 3802 Very Dark Antique Mauve 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-3802]()
DMC 3802 Very Dark Antique Mauve 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-38028.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![DMC 829 Very Dark Golden Olive 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-829]()
DMC 829 Very Dark Golden Olive 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-8298.7 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!
