Classic Cooking Pot with Ornate Handles
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About this pattern
Each PDF includes stitch counts and a full color key so you can kit it quickly. Check the stitch size against your fabric count to estimate finished dimensions, and keep a few extra skeins on hand if you plan to backstitch or outline.
Quick finishing tips
- Use shorter floss lengths to avoid tangles and keep coverage even.
- Secure thread ends under nearby stitches instead of bulky knots.
- Gently wash and press face-down on a towel before framing.
- Stitch count: 97 x 97
- 14 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 37 times
97 x 64 stitches 14 colors
Pattern description
With its generous proportions and elegant curved handles, this counted cross stitch pattern captures the timeless appeal of traditional cookware. The composition balances symmetry and dimension, showing a substantial pot rendered in soft grays, cool blues, and warm gold accents that create depth and visual interest. At 97 x 97 stitches, the design offers a satisfying project size—substantial enough to showcase detail without overwhelming intermediate stitchers.
The muted color palette of blue-gray tones and gentle highlights gives this piece a classic, understated charm that complements farmhouse and cottage kitchen aesthetics. Fourteen DMC thread colors work together to build subtle shading on the pot's rounded bowl and the decorative hardware, achieving a polished, dimensional effect. These soft hues make the finished cross stitch equally at home in contemporary or vintage-inspired spaces.
Home cooks and kitchen enthusiasts will appreciate a framed version of this needlework hung above a stove, on a recipe shelf, or in a dining nook. The pattern works beautifully on 14-count Aida fabric and provides an engaging intermediate-level challenge that rewards careful attention to shading and color placement. Whether stitching for personal enjoyment or as a thoughtful handmade gift for a culinary friend, this classic pot design delivers both visual appeal and meaningful craftsmanship.
Stitch planning checklist
- Measure your fabric against the stitch count to confirm finished size.
- Sort floss by symbol before you start; pre-thread a few needles for speed.
- Work in small blocks to keep counting accurate and spot mistakes early.
- Backstitch at the end of each session so outlines stay crisp.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 97 x 64 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 6.9 x 4.6 inches or 176 x 116 mm
Suggested Material Size: 12.8 x 10.5 inches or 326 x 266 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
