Read the counted-chart key

A symbol identifies the thread and stitch treatment assigned by that chart. Similar colors or symbols in another chart do not imply the same assignment.

Before you start

Have the chart key, chart width and height, fabric thread count and threads crossed by each stitch. Keep floss strands separate from fabric threads.

Try this example

Highlight one symbol on a working copy, then find its color code, strand count and stitch type in the key. Check backstitch and blended-thread entries separately.

Check your result

• Count from two independent reference points before filling a large area. Verify the outer stitched dimensions on the actual ground; include finishing fabric separately.
• Changing fabric count changes physical size, not chart complexity. Fractional stitches, mixed scales and non-square grounds need explicit chart instructions.

Sources

• rsnstitchbank.org: cross stitch
• rsnstitchbank.org: counted thread

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