Cross Stitch - Basic Stitch

One cross stitch is equal to one square on each chart. 
The cross stitch is formed by two straight stitches that cross each other at their centers. 
When working in a horizontal or vertical line, do bottom stitches first (all in the same direction): 
then work top stitches back in opposite direction to complete row. 
Use two ply floss for all basic stitching, unless otherwise indicated. Use one ply for all outline stitching.