How to Reduce Knots and Tangles in Your Cross Stitch Embroidery Thread

Unfortunately you can't stop knots and tangles from developing in your embroidery thread as you cross stitch, but there are lots of ways that you can reduce the risk of it happening.
I have 7 easy tips that you can try out to get a smoother and less frustrating cross stitch experience.

Sections:

00:00 Start
01:02 Tip 1 – use shorter lengths
02:36 Tip 2 – Move needle position regularly
04:10 Tip 3 – Untwist thread regularly
05:13 Tip 4 – Don’t re-use unpicked thread
06:47 Tip 5 – Go slow
07:59 Tip 6 – Condition your thread
09:15 Tip 7 – Strand management


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