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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!
Joy be Thine Silk Thread Pack
Jeannette Douglas DesignsJoy be Thine Silk Thread Pack includes all of the floss required to stitch the J ...Price: $76.48 Sale: $76.48 each$76.48 each
Cross Stitch University Starter Bundle
Fat Quarter Shop ExclusiveGet stitching fast with the Cross Stitch University Starter Bundle that has all ...Price: $27.48 Sale: $27.48 each$27.48 each
Cosmo Cross Stitch and Embroidery Thread Color Card 2020
Lecien #1501-9Includes 500 thread samples with corresponding color numbers. Size: 8.25" x 11.7 ...Price: $79.98 Sale: $79.98 each$79.98 each
DMC Cross Stitch and Embroidery Thread Color Card
DMC #W100BIncludes all original colors plus the new 35 colors with color numbers on sturdy ...Price: $32.48 Sale: $32.48 each$32.48 each
Designer Select Classic Colorworks Fancy Floss Thread Pack
The Real Housewives of Cross Stitch CollectionIncludes 21 Classic Colorworks 6-strand hand-dyed embroidery floss (5 yards each ...Price: $54.98 Sale: $54.98 each$54.98 each
Home Is Where The Wreath Is Complete Classic Colorworks Fancy Floss Thread Pack
The Real Housewives of Cross Stitch CollectionIncludes 43 Classic Colorworks 6-strand hand-dyed embroidery floss (5 yards each ...Price: $110.98 Sale: $110.98 each$110.98 each
Classic Colorworks Nashville Needlework 2023 Release Thread Pack
Classic ColorworksIncludes 4 Classic Colorworks 6-strand hand-dyed embroidery floss (5 yards each)Price: $10.32 Sale: $10.32 each$10.32 each
Weeks Dye Works Nashville Needlework 2023 Release Thread Pack
Weeks Dye WorksIncludes 5 Weeks Dye Works 6-strand hand-dyed embroidery floss (5 yards each)Price: $12.90 Sale: $12.90 each$12.90 each![All the Trimmings DMC Thread Pack | DMC]()
All the Trimmings DMC Thread Pack
DMCIncludes 7 DMC 6-strand embroidery floss (8.7 yards each)Price: $6.48 Sale: $6.48 each$6.48 each![All the Trimmings Weeks Dye Works Thread Pack | Weeks Dye Works]()
All the Trimmings Weeks Dye Works Thread Pack
Weeks Dye WorksA set of 7 Weeks Dye Works six-strand hand-dyed embroidery floss (5 yards each)Price: $17.98 Sale: $17.98 each$17.98 each![Boo Crew Classic Colorworks Thread Pack | Classic Colorworks]()
Boo Crew Classic Colorworks Thread Pack
Classic ColorworksIncludes 10 Classic Colorworks 6-strand hand-dyed embroidery floss (5 yards each ...Price: $25.98 Sale: $25.98 each$25.98 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![Be Mine Simply Signs DMC Thread Pack | DMC]()
Be Mine Simply Signs DMC Thread Pack
DMCIncludes 5 DMC 6-strand embroidery floss (8.7 yards each). Purchase your thread ...Price: $4.48 Sale: $4.48 each$4.48 each![Bountiful Classic Colorworks Thread Pack & Floss Box | Classic Colorworks]()
Bountiful Classic Colorworks Thread Pack & Floss Box
Classic ColorworksIncludes 14 Classic Colorworks 6-strand embroidery floss (5 yards each)Price: $46.98 Sale: $46.98 each$46.98 each![Barn Sweet Barn 2023 DMC Thread Pack | DMC]()
Barn Sweet Barn 2023 DMC Thread Pack
DMCIncludes 32 DMC 6-strand embroidery floss (8.7 yards each)Price: $28.48 Sale: $28.48 each$28.48 each![Bloom Where You're Planted Classic Colorworks Thread Pack | Classic Colorworks]()
Bloom Where You're Planted Classic Colorworks Thread Pack
Classic ColorworksIncludes 12 Classic Colorworks 6-strand hand-dyed embroidery floss (5 yards each ...Price: $30.98 Sale: $30.98 each$30.98 each![Bloom Where You're Planted DMC Thread Pack | DMC]()
Bloom Where You're Planted DMC Thread Pack
DMCIncludes 8 DMC 6-strand embroidery floss (8.7 yards each)Price: $7.24 Sale: $7.24 each$7.24 each![Cookie Cutter Ornaments Classic Colorworks Thread Pack | Fat Quarter Shop Exclusive]()
Cookie Cutter Ornaments Classic Colorworks Thread Pack
Classic ColorworksIncludes 12 Classic Colorworks 6-strand hand-dyed embroidery floss (5 yards each ...Price: $30.98 Sale: $30.98 each$30.98 each![Cross Stitch University DMC Thread Pack | DMC #CSU-DMC]()
Cross Stitch University DMC Thread Pack
DMCIncludes 5 DMC 6-strand embroidery floss (8.7 yards each)Price: $4.48 Sale: $4.48 each$4.48 each![Christmastime DMC Thread Pack | DMC]()
Christmastime DMC Thread Pack
DMCIncludes 7 DMC 6-strand embroidery floss (8.7 yards each)Price: $6.48 Sale: $6.48 each$6.48 each![Christmastime Classic Colorworks Thread Pack | Classic Colorworks]()
Christmastime Classic Colorworks Thread Pack
Classic ColorworksIncludes 7 Classic Colorworks 6-strand embroidery floss (5 yards each)Price: $17.98 Sale: $17.98 each$17.98 each![Feels Like Home Classic Colorworks Thread Pack | Classic Colorworks #FeelsLikeHome-CCW]()
Feels Like Home Classic Colorworks Thread Pack
Classic ColorworksIncludes 13 Classic Colorworks 6-strand hand-dyed embroidery floss (5 yards each ...Price: $33.48 Sale: $33.48 each$33.48 each![Farm Life Colour & Cotton Thread Pack | Colour & Cotton]()
Farm Life Colour & Cotton Thread Pack
Colour & CottonIncludes 8 Colour & Cotton 6-strand hand-dyed embroidery floss (8 yards each)Price: $24.98 Sale: $24.98 each$24.98 each![Fright Night DMC Thread Pack | DMC #FrightNight-DMC]()
Fright Night DMC Thread Pack
DMCIncludes 8 DMC 6-strand embroidery floss (8.7 yards each)Price: $7.24 Sale: $3.62 each$3.62 each![Fright Night Weeks Dye Works Thread Pack | Weeks Dye Works #FrightNight-WDW]()
Fright Night Weeks Dye Works Thread Pack
Weeks Dye WorksIncludes 11 Weeks Dye Works 6-strand hand-dyed embroidery floss (5 yards each)Price: $28.98 Sale: $28.98 each$28.98 each![Candy Heart DMC Thread Pack | DMC #CandyHeart-DMC]()
Candy Heart DMC Thread Pack
DMCIncludes 10 DMC 6-strand embroidery floss (8.7 yards each)Price: $8.98 Sale: $8.98 each$8.98 each![Halloween Town AuriFloss Thread Pack & Floss Box | Aurifil Fat Quarter Shop Exclusive]()
Halloween Town AuriFloss Thread Pack & Floss Box
Aurifil Fat Quarter Shop ExclusiveIncludes 11 AuriFloss 6-strand embroidery floss spools (18 yards each)Price: $67.48 Sale: $67.48 each$67.48 each![Halloween Town DMC Thread Pack & Floss Box | DMC]()
Halloween Town DMC Thread Pack & Floss Box
DMCIncludes 12 DMC 6-strand embroidery floss (8.7 yards each)Price: $20.48 Sale: $20.48 each$20.48 each![Kimberly's Farmhouse Christmas Classic Colorworks Thread Pack | Classic Colorworks #FarmhouseChristmas-CCT]()
Kimberly's Farmhouse Christmas Classic Colorworks Thread Pack
Classic ColorworksIncludes 16 Classic Colorworks 6-strand hand-dyed embroidery floss (5 yards each ...Price: $41.24 Sale: $41.24 each$41.24 each![Kimberly’s Monthly Markings Weeks Dye Works Thread Pack | Weeks Dye Works #MonthlyMarkings-WDW]()
Kimberly’s Monthly Markings Weeks Dye Works Thread Pack
Weeks Dye WorksIncludes 20 Weeks Dye Works 6-strand hand-dyed embroidery floss (5 yards each)Price: $51.98 Sale: $51.98 each$51.98 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!
