Christmas Card
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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: 78 x 78
- 12 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 135 times
78 x 64 stitches 12 colors
Pattern description
The Christmas Card pattern captures festive charm in a compact 78 × 78 stitch design that's perfect for creating personalized holiday greetings. This intermediate counted cross stitch project combines traditional needlework techniques with seasonal appeal, making it an engaging choice for stitchers looking to add handmade touches to their holiday preparations. With 12 DMC thread colors working together across the modest stitch count, you'll experience satisfying color transitions and detail work without an overwhelming time commitment. The relatively small scale allows you to complete this embroidery project in just a few stitching sessions, making it ideal for gift-giving or personal collection.
Stitched on standard Aida fabric, this free printable PDF chart includes a complete DMC color key for easy reference throughout your needlework. The intermediate skill level makes it accessible to stitchers with some cross stitch experience while still offering enough complexity to keep your embroidery engaging. Download the pattern today and begin creating a handmade Christmas card that showcases your counted cross stitch skills. Perfect for framing, gifting, or displaying as holiday decor, this festive design brings the warmth of handcrafted embroidery to your seasonal celebrations.
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: 78 x 64 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 5.6 x 4.6 inches or 142 x 116 mm
Suggested Material Size: 11.5 x 10.5 inches or 292 x 266 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands