Threads
Thread length calculator
Fabric Count
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Number of Strands used |
Number of stitches an 18"/46 cm length covers |
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| Linen | Aida | ||
| 36 - 40 | 18 | 1 | 46-50 |
| 32 | 16 | 2 | 42 |
| 30 | - | 2 | 38 |
| 28 | 14 | 2 | 35 |
| 26 | - | 2-3 | 32 |
DMC threads are available in 8m/ 8.7 yard skeins. Gentle Art threads are available in 5 and 10 yard skeins. The number of stitches were all worked next to each other and include tail lengths for beginning and end. Remember to allow extra thread for designs where single thread backstitches are included. This means of estimation is meant only as guide and Long Dog Samplers cannot be held responsible for any errors.
Thread Colour Conversions
All multi-colour charts supplied by Long Dog Samplers give colour details of DMC threads. Many of our recent designs and some new designs will include colour alternatives for The Gentle Art range of threads where appropriate. To visit the Gentle Art site click on the name above. For monochrome designs our colour suggestions can be found on the relevant pages of our website. The charts provide the design only. Where Gentle Art Threads have not been specified please visit the following site for DMC to Gentle Art thread conversions: