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Giving Season

By  Jackie Hedrick 

approx. finished size: 5-7/8"x6-7/8"; stitch count: 59 w x 69 h

  • Giving Season

Materials

  • 12”x12” Flax 32-count Belfast Linen (Zweigart)
  • 6-strand Embroidery Floss (DMC)

Stitch Types

Cross-stitch: 2 strands
Petite Cross-stitch: 2 strands
Backstitch/Straight Stitch: 1 strand
Smyrna Cross: 1 strand

Pattern - Giving Season

  • 1. Stitch design centered on fabric per two threads. (Note: DO NOT backstitch with DMC 820; cutting line only.)
  • 2. Trim stitched fabric 1/2" outside royal blue line; cut backing fabric same size.
  • 3. Sew pieces together with right-sides facing, leaving a 1" opening at bottom. Turn right-side out and stuff with fiberfil.
  • 4. Decorate with cording.

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