Golden Bell with Holly Leaf Jewel Tones
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Bells have rung through winter celebrations for centuries, their clear tones marking festive moments from church services to family gatherings. The bell's shape—widest at the mouth, tapering to a clapper—creates natural visual weight and presence, making it a beloved motif in holiday decoration and needlework, where its golden gleam symbolizes joy and celebration.
- Stitch count: 87 x 87
- 20 colors in the palette
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87 x 87 stitches 20 colors
Pattern description
A golden bell wrapped in crimson holly leaves anchors this intermediate cross-stitch design, surrounded by a festive border of small red four-pointed stars and geometric frames. The 87×87 stitch count works perfectly on 14-count Aida fabric, creating a finished piece roughly 6×6 inches—ideal for framing as a card insert or small seasonal ornament. Twenty DMC thread colors build rich depth, from deep forest and sage greens to warm golds and burgundy reds.
This needlework captures the warmth of traditional Christmas imagery with a folk-art sensibility. The repeating corner motifs and symmetrical layout make it forgiving for intermediate stitchers, while the color transitions within the bell and leaves reward careful thread selection and tension. Perfect for holiday cards, small wall hangings, or treasured keepsakes, it combines classic yuletide charm with satisfying construction—a pattern that feels both timeless and engaging to stitch.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 87 x 87 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 6.2 x 6.2 inches or 158 x 158 mm
Suggested Material Size: 12.1 x 12.1 inches or 308 x 308 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
