Arsenal Shield with Bold Red and Gold
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Arsenal Football Club, founded in 1886, is one of England's most storied soccer franchises, based in North London. The club's crest features a cannon — a reference to the area's historic armaments factories — alongside a shield design adopted in the early 20th century. The red and gold colors have been synonymous with Arsenal for over a century, making them instantly recognizable to millions of fans worldwide. The cannon motif particularly reflects the district's industrial heritage and has become an enduring symbol of the club's identity and tradition.
- Stitch count: 111 x 131
- 5 colors in the palette
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111 x 131 stitches 5 colors
Pattern description
Arsenal Football Club's iconic crest stitches up beautifully in this intermediate-level counted cross-stitch pattern. The bold red field with white text banner and the distinctive gold cannon emblem create striking visual contrast across just 111 × 111 stitches. Using five DMC thread colors — primarily red, gold, navy, and white — the design captures the club's heritage colors with sharp precision. This is an excellent project for needleworkers ready to move beyond simple repeats, offering clean lines and recognizable branding that makes a statement on finished Aida fabric. Whether framed in a den or displayed as a sports fan's keepsake, the pattern delivers professional results without overwhelming complexity.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 111 x 131 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 7.9 x 9.4 inches or 201 x 238 mm
Suggested Material Size: 13.8 x 15.3 inches or 351 x 388 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
