Holly and Bells Golden Christmas Card
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Holly has been a symbol of Christmas for centuries, prized across winter celebrations for its glossy evergreen leaves and vibrant red berries that persist through frost. In Victorian holiday traditions, holly garlands adorned hearths and doorways, believed to bring good fortune and protection. The contrast between its prickly foliage and cheerful berries made it a favorite motif in festive needlework and decorative arts.
- Stitch count: 84 x 84
- 27 colors in the palette
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84 x 84 stitches 27 colors
Pattern description
This jewel-toned composition brings festive elegance to intermediate stitchers with its radiant palette of deep greens, bright crimson berries, and warm golden bells. The 84×84 stitch count offers a satisfying challenge without overwhelming complexity, making it ideal for needleworkers ready to move beyond basics. Twenty-seven DMC thread colors create stunning depth and dimension across the counted cross-stitch canvas.
Holly sprigs paired with traditional sleigh bells evoke timeless Christmas imagery perfect for framing or gifting. Stitch this pattern on Aida fabric using the provided DMC color chart, and you'll create a heirloom-quality card design that captures the warmth of the season. The balanced composition and festive motifs make it equally at home as a greeting card centerpiece or a small wall hanging, bringing holiday cheer to any needleworker's collection.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 84 x 84 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 6 x 6 inches or 152 x 152 mm
Suggested Material Size: 11.9 x 11.9 inches or 302 x 302 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
