Railroading cross stitch

Learn how to use the railroad cross stitch technique in this easy to follow needlecraft tutorial. Keep your cross stitching neat, flat and consistent with this step by step tutorial. Kristen explains the method, offers cross stitch tips for beginners and demonstrates the stitching style.

Cross-stitched picture of Prince from the Ffestiniog Railway. This one took ages - it had fractional stitches in every direction you could think of, and was also my first attempt on evenweave. Not bad, considering...

A perfect gift for Father's Day; a magnificent steam train captured in full 'flight' in cross stitch.

Steam Locomotive Cross Stitch Chart, Steam Train Instant Download Cross Stitch Pattern, Railway Embroidery (P-023)

Learn how to cross stitch with five basic cross stitches from a single stitch to a three-quarter stitch with this simple guide.

I love using my laying tool, and while most people know it as a railroading tool, it can do loads of other things that make it a great tool for every stitcher.

Train 2 Cross Stitch Pattern Size on 14 count roughly 7" X 5" Includes Cross Stitch Tips

Learn how to needlepoint with free tutorials and stitching guides, and find useful charts and patterns for needlepoint projects.

This week’s Term of the Week is a tactic I personally use with all of my stitching! Maybe you will too after learning the term. The word “railroading” stands for the act of making your stitches lie flat against the fabric. There are different ways to do this – I believe they use the same word in needlepoint and it [...]

Learn how to railroad your stitches to improve your cross stitches and cross stitch skills! Railroading is a method of splitting your stitches to get flat, e...