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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!
Hallston Cottage Garden Threads Pre-Cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Cottage Garden Threads #CGT-170310.9 yards of Cottage Garden Threads pre-cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed 100% cotton cros ...Price: $6.48 Sale: $6.48 each$6.48 each
Marble Cottage Garden Threads Pre-Cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Cottage Garden Threads #CGT-190310.9 yards of Cottage Garden Threads pre-cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed 100% cotton cros ...Price: $6.48 Sale: $6.48 each$6.48 each
Slate Cottage Garden Threads Pre-Cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Cottage Garden Threads #CGT-190510.9 yards of Cottage Garden Threads pre-cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed 100% cotton cros ...Price: $6.48 Sale: $6.48 each$6.48 each
Love Seat Cottage Garden Threads Pre-Cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Cottage Garden Threads #CGT-200110.9 yards of Cottage Garden Threads pre-cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed 100% cotton cros ...Price: $6.48 Sale: $6.48 each$6.48 each
Skylark Cottage Garden Threads Pre-Cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Cottage Garden Threads #CGT-200310.9 yards of Cottage Garden Threads pre-cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed 100% cotton cros ...Price: $6.48 Sale: $6.48 each$6.48 each
Trellis Cottage Garden Threads Pre-Cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Cottage Garden Threads #CGT-200410.9 yards of Cottage Garden Threads pre-cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed 100% cotton cros ...Price: $6.48 Sale: $6.48 each$6.48 each
AuriFloss Shining Green 6 Strand 100% Cotton Embroidery Floss Spool
Aurifil #PAF-501718 yards of AuriFloss 6-strand 100% cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each
Hydrangea Weeks Dye Works 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Weeks Dye Works #WDW-11615 yards of Weeks Dye Works Hand-Dyed 6-strand 100% cotton embroidery flossPrice: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each![Summer Home DMC Thread Pack | DMC]()
Summer Home DMC Thread Pack
DMCIncludes 7 DMC 6-strand embroidery floss (8.7 yards each)Price: $6.48 Sale: $6.48 each$6.48 each![DMC D3852 Diamant Metallic Dark Gold Single Strand Embroidery Thread | DMC #380-D3852]()
DMC D3852 Diamant Metallic Dark Gold Single Strand Embroidery Thread
DMC #380-D385238.2 yards of DMC single-strand embroidery thread with metallic effectPrice: $2.74 Sale: $2.74 each$2.74 each![DMC D310 Diamant Metallic Ebony Single Strand Embroidery Thread | DMC #380-D310]()
DMC D310 Diamant Metallic Ebony Single Strand Embroidery Thread
DMC #380-D31038.2 yards of DMC single-strand embroidery thread with metallic effectPrice: $2.74 Sale: $2.74 each$2.74 each![DMC D140 Diamant Metallic Gold & Black Single Strand Embroidery Thread | DMC #380-D140]()
DMC D140 Diamant Metallic Gold & Black Single Strand Embroidery Thread
DMC #380-D14038.2 yards of DMC single-strand embroidery thread with metallic effectPrice: $2.74 Sale: $2.74 each$2.74 each![Light Red Orange 6 Strand 100% Cotton Embroidery Floss Spool | Aurifil #BAF-2277]()
AuriFloss Light Red Orange 6 Strand 100% Cotton Embroidery Floss Spool
Aurifil #PAF-227718 yards of AuriFloss 6-strand 100% cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each![Daydream Cottage Garden Threads Pre-Cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss | Cottage Garden Threads #CGT-1505]()
Daydream Cottage Garden Threads Pre-Cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Cottage Garden Threads #CGT-150510.9 yards of Cottage Garden Threads pre-cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed 100% cotton cros ...Price: $6.48 Sale: $6.48 each$6.48 each![Waratah Cottage Garden Threads Pre-Cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss | Cottage Garden Threads #CGT-1005]()
Waratah Cottage Garden Threads Pre-Cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Cottage Garden Threads #CGT-100510.9 yards of Cottage Garden Threads pre-cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed 100% cotton cros ...Price: $6.48 Sale: $6.48 each$6.48 each![Beatrix Namesake Cottage Garden Threads Pre-Cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss | Amy Kallissa for Cottage Garden Threads #CGT-AK09]()
Beatrix Namesake Cottage Garden Threads Pre-Cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Amy Kallissa for Cottage Garden Threads #CGT-AK0910.9 yards of Cottage Garden Threads pre-cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed 100% cotton cros ...Price: $6.48 Sale: $6.48 each$6.48 each![Soiris Traditionelle Cottage Garden Threads Pre-Cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss | Brenda Ryan for Cottage Garden Threads #CGT-BR23]()
Soiris Traditionelle Cottage Garden Threads Pre-Cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Brenda Ryan for Cottage Garden Threads #CGT-BR2310.9 yards of Cottage Garden Threads pre-cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed 100% cotton cros ...Price: $6.48 Sale: $6.48 each$6.48 each![November Typography Cottage Garden Threads Pre-Cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss | Katie Dawson of Cottage Garden Threads #CGT-KD14]()
November Typography Cottage Garden Threads Pre-Cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Katie Dawson of Cottage Garden Threads #CGT-KD1410.9 yards of Cottage Garden Threads pre-cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed 100% cotton cros ...Price: $6.48 Sale: $6.48 each$6.48 each![Whiskey Typography Cottage Garden Threads Pre-Cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss | Katie Dawson of Cottage Garden Threads #CGT-KD23]()
Whiskey Typography Cottage Garden Threads Pre-Cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Katie Dawson of Cottage Garden Threads #CGT-KD2310.9 yards of Cottage Garden Threads pre-cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed 100% cotton cros ...Price: $6.48 Sale: $6.48 each$6.48 each![Pickle Paint Box Cottage Garden Threads Pre-Cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss | Cottage Garden Threads #CGT-PB17]()
Pickle Paint Box Cottage Garden Threads Pre-Cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Cottage Garden Threads #CGT-PB1710.9 yards of Cottage Garden Threads pre-cut 6 Strand Hand-Dyed 100% cotton cros ...Price: $6.48 Sale: $6.48 each$6.48 each![AuriFloss Iceberg 6 Strand 100% Cotton Embroidery Floss Spool | Aurifil #PAF-2846]()
AuriFloss Iceberg 6 Strand 100% Cotton Embroidery Floss Spool
Aurifil #PAF-284618 yards of AuriFloss 6-strand 100% cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $5.98 Sale: $5.98 each$5.98 each![Sunflower Sampler NPI Thread Pack | Needlepoint Inc]()
Sunflower Sampler NPI Thread Pack
Needlepoint IncIncludes 6 NPI 8-strand silk embroidery floss (5 meters each)Price: $29.98 Sale: $29.98 each$29.98 each![Banker’s Grey The Gentle Art Sampler Threads 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss| Gentle Art #1030]()
Banker’s Grey The Gentle Art Sampler Threads 6 Strand Hand-Dyed Embroidery Floss
Gentle Art #10305 yards of The Gentle Art Sampler Threads Hand-Dyed 5 Strand 100% Cotton Cross S ...Price: $2.58 Sale: $2.58 each$2.58 each![DMC 777 Very Dark Raspberry 6 Strand Embroidery Floss | DMC #117UA-777]()
DMC 777 Very Dark Raspberry 6 Strand Embroidery Floss
DMC #117UA-7778.7 yards of DMC 6-strand 100% Egyptian cotton cross stitch and embroidery flossPrice: $0.89 Sale: $0.89 each$0.89 each![NPI #209 8 Strand Silk Floss | Needlepoint Inc #209]()
NPI #209 8 Strand Silk Floss - Russet Red Range
Needlepoint Inc #2095 meters of NPI 8-strand 100% pure Chinese silk flossPrice: $4.98 Sale: $4.98 each$4.98 each![NPI #404 8 Strand Silk Floss - Forest Green Range | Needlepoint Inc #404]()
NPI #404 8 Strand Silk Floss - Forest Green Range
Needlepoint Inc #4045 meters of NPI 8-strand 100% pure Chinese silk flossPrice: $4.98 Sale: $4.98 each$4.98 each![NPI #527 8 Strand Silk Floss | Needlepoint Inc #527]()
NPI #527 8 Strand Silk Floss - Jade Range
Needlepoint Inc #5275 meters of NPI 8-strand 100% pure Chinese silk flossPrice: $4.98 Sale: $4.98 each$4.98 each![NPI #603 8 Strand Silk Floss | Needlepoint Inc #603]()
NPI #603 8 Strand Silk Floss - Soft Mauve Range
Needlepoint Inc #6035 meters of NPI 8-strand 100% pure Chinese silk flossPrice: $4.98 Sale: $4.98 each$4.98 each![NPI #674 8 Strand Silk Floss | Needlepoint Inc #674]()
NPI #674 8 Strand Silk Floss - Pearl Gray Range
Needlepoint Inc #6745 meters of NPI 8-strand 100% pure Chinese silk flossPrice: $4.98 Sale: $4.98 each$4.98 each![NPI #974 8 Strand Silk Floss | Needlepoint Inc #974]()
NPI #974 8 Strand Silk Floss - Mouse Gray Range
Needlepoint Inc #9745 meters of NPI 8-strand 100% pure Chinese silk flossPrice: $4.98 Sale: $4.98 each$4.98 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!
