Christmas Sampler Counted Cross Stitch Chart

Immerse yourself in the enchanting ambiance of Christmas with this delightful sampler brought to you by the renowned cross-stitch brand, Oven. This exquisite piece captures the very essence of the holiday season, instantly transporting you into a world of festive cheer and joy. From its intricate details to its heartwarming imagery, this sampler is sure to ignite your holiday spirit and fill your heart with warmth.

Crafted with love and attention to detail, this pattern is not only visually stunning but also incredibly versatile. Using a carefully curated selection of 11 colors from the renowned DMC palette, the design allows you to bring your own artistic interpretation to life. You have the freedom to choose a canvas that best suits your personal preferences, whether it’s a traditional Aida fabric or something more unique and textured.

Measuring a charming 100 by 90 stitches, this sampler provides a substantial stitching area for you to create a captivating Christmas scene. From whimsical characters to cozy cottages, the design encompasses a rich tapestry of festive elements, inviting you to explore every nook and cranny. The stitch count ensures that the pattern is neither too overwhelming nor too simplistic, striking a perfect balance between challenge and enjoyment.

In terms of stitching techniques, the pattern incorporates the classic and widely used full cross-stitch, allowing you to create a seamless and polished finish. Additionally, the backstitch technique is employed to add definition and enhance certain elements of the design, giving it that extra touch of sophistication and depth.

With this sampler, you have the opportunity to embark on a creative journey, infusing each stitch with the magic and wonder of the Christmas season. As you work through the pattern, you’ll witness the imagery come to life, evoking nostalgic feelings and creating a sense of anticipation for the festivities ahead.

This pattern is made even more enticing by the fact that it is available as a free download, allowing you to immerse yourself in the holiday spirit without any additional cost. The cross-stitch community has long admired Oven for their high-quality designs and their generosity in sharing this beautiful sampler exemplifies their commitment to fostering creativity and spreading joy.

So, gather your threads, select your canvas, and let this magical sampler transport you to a world of festive enchantment. With each stitch, you’ll feel the anticipation and excitement build, as the Christmas spirit weaves its way into your heart and home.

You can download the pattern from Wizardi.

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20 Snow Globe Cross-Stitch Patterns

Cute spooky and fantasy cross stitch patterns is how the designer behind Haunted Frames describes their shop, and I have to agree with them. These designs are cute and Gothic and a little bit spooky all at once. There’s a heavy focus on book themes, which you know I am a fan of, so let’s get into it.

Stopping first in the books section, there are lots of designs that are literally on book shapes, but if you know my love of both books and cats, you’ll know I had to share the Midnight Book Cart cross stitch pattern. As the name suggests it’s a design with a witchy book cart, complete with a spiderweb, bats flying out of a book and what it describes as a ghost cat (though I would have to make a black cat instead of a white one since I have a black cat, and that fits with the vibe).

The design is 65 by 97 stitches and is worked in 17 colors. It’s shown on 16 count fabric, which makes it 4.1 by 6.1 inches, or 10.3 by 15.4 cm.

I also love the winter themed little free library design, which would be perfect to stitch up for the little librarian in your life (or to drop at a neighborhood book space).

Projects with a book theme make up the majority of the patterns that are categorized in this shop, but you’ll want to scroll through all their patterns to see what else is available, since it doesn’t look like everything is in a category. You’ll find castles and dragons, more cats of course, some more obviously Halloween and Christmas themed projects and those that would suit for spooky season or any other time of year.

If cute and dark is your aesthetic, you’ll want to check out all the patterns at www.etsy.com/shop/HauntedFrames, which you can find on Etsy.

[Photo: Haunted Frames]

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