A snowy winter cottage to cross stitch.
You Will Need
Anchor Stranded Cotton: 1 skein of each color
as listed in the key
Silver metallic thread of your choice (use one or two strands depending on
thickness)
1 piece of Pale Grey Aida fabric, measuring 30 cm x 24 cm, 14 blocks to
2.5 cm
Tapestry needle No. 24
Picture frame with backing board and mount to fit (purchase on completion
of embroidery)
The PDF file
To Work
Mark the center of the Aida fabric lengthwise
and widthwise with a line of basting stitches. The chart gives the
complete design, the center of which is indicated by black arrows which
should coincide with the basting stitches.
Work embroidery following chart and key to chart. Use 2 strands when
working in stranded cotton.
The design is worked throughout in cross stitch and back stitch.
To Complete
On completion, press lightly on reverse. Place
embroidery centrally over backing board, fold surplus fabric to the back
and secure at top with pins into edge of board. Pull firmly over lower
edge and pin in position. Repeat on side edges pulling fabric until it
lies taut on the board. Secure at back by lacing from side to side both
ways with strong thread. Remove pins and frame as desired.
