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Calcifer Cross Stitch Pattern

August 30, 2022 by Sarah White

One of my daughter’s favorite characters in the book and movie “Howl’s Moving Castle” is Calcifer, the cantankerous fire spirit that lives in Howl’s hearth and makes the energy to move the castle.

Within the realm of cross-stitch patterns, there exists a true gem that captures the essence of a famous and beloved character—Calcifer, the fire demon from Studio Ghibli’s renowned film “Howl’s Moving Castle.” Known for his cantankerous and often cross mood, Calcifer despises being utilized for cooking purposes. If you’re a fan of both cross-stitching and the enchanting world of Ghibli, this is a pattern you won’t want to miss—crafted with love by My Cross Stitch Patterns.

The depiction of Calcifer in this pattern is nothing short of perfection. His fiery personality radiates from each stitched thread, and you can almost hear his sassy remarks as he resists being used as a cooking flame. The character’s iconic frown and mischievous eyes are meticulously captured, evoking a sense of familiarity and endearment that will delight any fan of the film.

Measuring 70 by 95 stitches, this pattern offers a manageable and rewarding challenge for cross-stitch enthusiasts of all skill levels. The 7 carefully selected colors bring Calcifer to life, each shade carefully chosen to capture the fiery glow that defines his character.

But this isn’t just any ordinary cross-stitch pattern—it’s a gift with a touch of humor and sarcasm. Ideal for that special someone in your life who not only enjoys cooking but also appreciates a healthy dose of wit and irony. This pattern is tailored for the sarcastic cook, the one who can’t help but smirk at the irony of Calcifer’s disdain for being used to cook.

Presenting this completed cross-stitch as a gift will undoubtedly elicit laughter and joy, making it an unforgettable surprise for birthdays, anniversaries, or simply as a thoughtful gesture to brighten someone’s day. It’s not just about the stitching; it’s about the laughter and shared appreciation for the magic of Ghibli, brought to life through the art of cross-stitch.

Grab the free chart from My Cross Stitch Patterns.

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D&D Cross Stitch Patterns

My husband is a D&D player from way back and still does role playing with his friends most weekends. There are lots of great D&D cross stitch patterns, but somehow the ones that caught my eye this time have a theme of being about the D&D classes or involving dice (or both). 

I love this collection of the D&D classes done as tarot cards. These would be so fun to stitch up for all the people in your party, or make the full set as one big wall hanging for the game room. There are 16 patterns total (just a few are shown here) and each one just uses three colors. The designs are from GlitchStitchAU.

This set kind of reminds me of astrological signs, though I can’t really say why. This set of 16 designs from White Raven Patterns is color coordinated so it sort of makes a rainbow if you stitch all of them. The dungeon master one is more colorful. Each one uses five or six colors and fits in a 10-inch hoop. 

Combining character classes and dice we get this set of 14 designs from Stitch it Picasso. Each one includes the class name and a die with a number on it, as well as some images that make sense for that class (the bard has a lute and music notes, for example). Each design is around 90 by 90 stitches and they use 13 to 19 colors each, depending on the design. 

Or you can make patches that look like dice with this D20 dice bundle from Non Player Creation. The patches are inspired by the four seasons, but you could change up the colors to suit your campaign setting if you like. They are 31 by 35 stitches and use between nine and 12 colors depending on the season. 

And speaking of D20s, this little dragon might be protecting your dice or cursing them, it’s hard to tell. It’s kind of cute, though! The design is from Cross Stitch Wow and measures 80 by 95 stitches. It fits in an 8-inch hoop and uses 16 colors. 

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