Similane 6 Pieces Aida Cloth 14 Count Cross Stitch Fabric, White, 12 by 18-Inch

I’m really pleased with this Aida cloth set! The 14-count black fabric is perfect for a variety of embroidery projects, and the size of each piece (12 inches by 18 inches) fits most embroidery hoops nicely.While the fabric is quite stiff, I actually appreciate this feature as it makes it easier to work with and keeps my designs well-supported. The 6-piece package offers excellent value and is great for various needlework, cross stitch, and machine embroidery tasks. If you prefer a stiffer fabric that holds its shape well, this is a solid choice!

I like how the length and width counts are the same so the design is square, I used some other brands that were more expensive and the length and width weren't the same. It does have a bit more plastic like feel which made stitching fractionals a little tricky but I was able to make it work by using a thimble to protect my finger. I know some have expressed concerns about being able to dye it, I didn't dye but used fabric spray paint (Tulip brand) and it worked really well, however I didn't wash so I don't know how color fast it is, but the paint didn't come off when getting the water soluble marker off, also water soluble marker doesn't seem to come off quite as easily as it does on other aida but it does come off.

This is a definite value for cross stitchers! The fabric is a little stiff to begin with, loosens up a little as you stitch. However, as a rabid cross stitcher, I like the fact that the fabric stays tight in the hoop & I'm not constantly having to re-tighten the hoop. It's easy to work with, though would recommend either taping or stitching the raw edges as they do ravel. For the price, you can't beat it. You get 6 large pieces, which is more than enough to stitch several small projects per piece, 3-4 mid-size projects or one large project. Just can't go wrong with this product!

This is inexpensive Aida cloth that some cross-stitchers will like and others not so much. It has a slight blue cast to it so is not pure white. The weave us very uniform and taut. Your stitches are almost guaranteed to be uniform. Most of these would be considered good qualities except maybe the bluish cast.On the other hand, the fabric is extremely stiff. It is so stiff it is hard to put a hoop on it. Also, trying to stitch a pattern with quarter or three quarter stitches will make your fingers ache. I have some arthritis in my hands and using thus fabric makes them ache the next day because the holes are so tight that pushing the needle through takes effort. If you do have quarter stitches on your pattern, have a sharp needle handy to "pre-drill" the insertion point because a blunt tapestry needle will never go through otherwise.So good and bad depending on your perspective. It is very inexpensive though which may be a factor for some.

This is a very good generic Aida cloth. It’s stiff enough to work without a hoop. And it doesn’t cut off your thread. There is a bit of fraying around the edges but if you cut it off for the final project it doesn’t matter. I would buy this again

Great for a big embroidery project I started! Thick and sturdy. Would recommend.

Nice and white! Good size to work with.

First I should admit that I haven't done cross stitch for quite a few years. However with my carpal tunneel and arthritis problems under better control now, I wanted to get back to it. However I haven't bought aida cloth in quite a few years. So I don't know how unusual this is or is not.The first thing you should knot is that the fabric is very stiff. I'm assuming at this point that it has been very heavily starched and that it will soften when washed. But I plan to use it with something to hang on the wall rather than a pillow top. So, if you want something softer, you will definitely need to test it out first.The stiffness of the fabric will be helpful when stitching. But I'm purchasing a frame for mine because i think putting it into a hoop will cause permanent distortion. Another asset for stitching is that the holes are quite distinct making them easier to see and to stitch than those of the softer cloth I've been used to. I'm not sure if that will bother me when it's stitched out and framed or not.All in all, I really like this fabric, even if it has characteristics I wish I'd known about before.