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Cross-stitch vs Weaving

Cross-stitch and weaving have 95% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.

WhatCross-stitchWeaving
Time a week2 hours a week2 hours a week
Who withOn your ownOn your own
You end up withSomething you madeSomething you made
FeelsCalmCalm
To start$20$45

Choose cross-stitch if

  • More about following a method

About $20 to start, then about $8 a month.

About cross-stitch

Choose weaving if

  • More creative

About $45 to start, then about $10 a month.

About weaving

What you'll need

  • Cross-stitch: Q-Snap Frame, Aida Cloth, Cross-Stitch Starter Kit, Embroidery Floss Full cost breakdown
  • Weaving: Weaving Reed (Heddle), Warping Tool, Beginner Weaving Loom, Loom Shuttle Full cost breakdown

Compare something else

Any two of the 396. You get the time each takes, what it costs to start, who you need and what you end up with.