Your Cross Stitch Supply Checklist

Cross stitch should always feel simple, fun, and inspiring. Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been stitching for years, having the right supplies makes every project more enjoyable. This checklist is your go-to guide for the tools and materials every cross stitcher needs—whether you’re working on one of our patterns or a new favorite you’ve discovered. With just a few essentials, you’ll be ready to stitch any pattern with confidence. 

We’ve included links to my favorite tried-and-true supplies to help you skip the guesswork and get stitching faster. Cross stitch should feel simple, fun, and inspiring. This list is your go-to guide for the supplies you need for every project—whether it’s one of our designs or a new favorite you’ve discovered.  

Some of these links may be affiliate links, which help us keep creating patterns you’ll love—at no extra cost to you!

• Aida cloth
• DMC embroidery floss
• Scissors
• Wooden hoop
• Embroidery needle
• Floss organizers and bobbins
• Needle minders
• Project bag
• Daylight lamps
• Highlighter pens
• Thread conditioner

Love having something you can hold onto? Go ahead and print the image below. It’s perfect for keeping by your side while you shop, jot notes, to check off items as you purchase them.