Altar Cloth Border
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About this pattern
Each PDF includes stitch counts and a full color key so you can kit it quickly. Check the stitch size against your fabric count to estimate finished dimensions, and keep a few extra skeins on hand if you plan to backstitch or outline.
Quick finishing tips
- Use shorter floss lengths to avoid tangles and keep coverage even.
- Secure thread ends under nearby stitches instead of bulky knots.
- Gently wash and press face-down on a towel before framing.
- Stitch count: 133 x 133
- 14 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 56 times
133 x 73 stitches 14 colors
Pattern description
The Altar Cloth Border brings timeless religious elegance to your needlework with an ornate design perfect for creating heirloom-quality ecclesiastical textiles. This intermediate-level counted cross stitch pattern features a sophisticated 133 × 133 stitch square that works beautifully as a decorative border or standalone devotional piece. The design incorporates 14 DMC thread colors, allowing you to layer rich tones and create depth throughout the composition. Stitching this pattern offers a rewarding meditative experience, with the moderate stitch count providing enough complexity to engage experienced stitchers while remaining manageable for those progressing beyond beginner projects.
Designed for intermediate cross-stitchers, this free printable PDF chart includes complete DMC color keys for easy reference at your stitching table. The pattern is ideally suited for 14-count Aida fabric, the standard choice for counted cross stitch embroidery projects. Simply download the chart, gather your materials, and begin creating a meaningful religious textile that celebrates traditional needlework craftsmanship. Whether you're stitching for personal use, as a gift, or to enhance sacred spaces, this altar cloth border pattern combines spiritual significance with the satisfying craft of counted cross stitch.
Stitch planning checklist
- Measure your fabric against the stitch count to confirm finished size.
- Sort floss by symbol before you start; pre-thread a few needles for speed.
- Work in small blocks to keep counting accurate and spot mistakes early.
- Backstitch at the end of each session so outlines stay crisp.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 133 x 73 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 9.5 x 5.2 inches or 241 x 132 mm
Suggested Material Size: 15.4 x 11.1 inches or 391 x 282 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands