Christmas Matryoshkas
CROSS STITCH PATTERN READY TO DOWNLOAD, DESIGNED BY Chouett'alors

This cross stitch pattern, brought to you by Chouett'alors, features a row of characters standing in line, from largest to smallest, in the style of Russian "matryoshka" dolls: First Santa Claus, then a reindeer, penguin, snowman. snowman, elf, a small Christmas tree and to finish, a mini landscape with a snowy fence with and a bird about to fly off.

The snow atmosphere is created by a mix of the polka dot backdrop (where they are printed on the fabric) and the cross stitch snow flakes.

Should you however wish to work on unprinted needlework fabric of your choice, simply add as many flakes as necessary to create the heavy snow atmosphere.

Zweigart "petit point" linen fabric is available with a gray background or a natural linen background. Both colors are suitable for this embroidery. The fabric is also available in 18ct Aida with the same print.

The finished cross stitch piece can be mounted on padded cardboard, or framed, or displayed hanging between 2 wooden cleats (photo).

A cross stitch pattern by Chouett'alors.

>> see all Christmas patterns by Chouett'alors

Chart info & Needlework supplies for the pattern:
Christmas Matryoshkas

Chart size in stitches: 209 x 58 (wide x high)
Needlework fabric: Zweigart "petit point" Belfast linen or 18 ct Aida (white dots screened)
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Stitches: Cross stitch, Backstitch,
Chart: Black & White, Color
Threads: DMC
Number of colors: 8

Themes: Christmas characters, santa, reindeer, penguin, snowman, Christmas tree, bird

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