Winner
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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: 119 x 119
- 50 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 62 times
119 x 160 stitches 50 colors
Pattern description
Winner brings equine elegance to your embroidery hoop with a majestic horse portrait that challenges stitchers to create depth and movement in counted cross stitch. This 119 × 119 stitch design captures the spirited nature of horses with remarkable detail, requiring 50 distinct DMC thread colors to achieve its nuanced shading and dynamic composition. The color palette ranges across warm and cool tones, allowing you to develop realistic fur textures, expressive eyes, and the flowing mane that makes this subject so rewarding to stitch. As you progress through this medium-sized canvas, you'll experience the satisfaction of watching individual cross stitches come together to form a striking equestrian portrait.
Ideal for experienced needleworkers, this advanced-level pattern demands patience and precision but delivers impressive results. The free printable PDF chart includes complete DMC color keys and works beautifully on 14-count Aida fabric, making it accessible for stitchers ready to expand their skills. Whether you're framing your finished piece as wall art or gifting it to a horse lover, Winner offers the perfect project for those seeking a meaningful cross stitch challenge with professional-quality outcomes.
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: 119 x 160 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 8.5 x 11.4 inches or 216 x 290 mm
Suggested Material Size: 14.4 x 17.3 inches or 366 x 440 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands