When stitching on an afghan, each cross stitch is made up 2 threads and over 2 threads (see Vertical Stitch).

1 - Be sure to stitch on the right side of the fabric

(pattern is raised).

2 - Each square on the chart equals 2 threads on the fabric.

Start by a vertical thread and you will stay by a vertical thread

(see Fig. 3).

3 - Buy all of a floss color at one time to insure the same dye lot.

4 - Separate your floss strands and put them back together.

This will help your floss lie more smoothly.

5 - Do not turn your fabric 90° because your stitches will not

cross in the same direction. You may turn the fabric

(and the chart) 180°.

6 - End threads by weaving under stitches on the back vertically

(see illustration above right).

7 - Stitch the center design first, then the border.

8 - Afghan fabrics are not meant to be lined or backed with

iron-on fusing.

Laundering Afghans:

Wash on gentle cycle (cold water) using mild soap (Easy Wash,

Ivory Flakes). Dry on permanent press setting.

Remove while still damp, shake and air dry.