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RE: cross stitching - 7/28/2008 8:12:17 AM

pixidustpet

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i adore counted cross stitch. i also cannot hold a needle any longer than a couple of minutes without my hand cramping.

bleh

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RE: cross stitching - 7/28/2008 9:32:19 AM

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Pixie....have you tried the double needles? You thread them in the middle, and put one hand on each side of the hoop and use a push/pull motion. They are about 2 inches long or so. It really works the best when you have a stitching stand or some way to support the project in the hoop. Michael's or Hobby Lobby should have them. I have carpal tunnel, so i know all about the cramps, but with these needles, it doesn't seem to happen so much. Also, those lycra stiching gloves help.

just a thought....

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RE: cross stitching - 7/28/2008 2:19:01 PM

pixidustpet

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i havent seen the double needles, i'll be on the lookout for those!

the hands are a combo of cramps and loss of fine motor control, so being able to do it is kind iffy...but i miss it terribly!