Retro Pixel Doctor with Medical Bag and Chart
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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: 85 x 85
- 14 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 20 times
85 x 115 stitches 14 colors
Pattern description
This 85 x 85 stitch cross-stitch pattern brings vintage digital charm to the medical profession with a cheerful doctor character rendered in classic 8-bit style. The design features a physician in a white coat holding a clipboard and brown medical bag, complete with headlamp and stethoscope, set against a warm, muted palette of 14 DMC thread colors. The retro pixel aesthetic creates an endearing, nostalgic mood perfect for healthcare workers, medical offices, or collectors of vintage-inspired needlework. With intermediate skill level required, this counted cross stitch project works beautifully on 14-count Aida fabric and incorporates practical medical imagery alongside playful pixelated character work. The soft neutral background and focused color palette make thread management straightforward while delivering visual impact. Consider this pattern as a thoughtful gift for doctors, nurses, or medical professionals, or frame it as witty wall décor for a clinic, hospital office, or medical school dormitory.
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: 85 x 115 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 6.1 x 8.2 inches or 154 x 209 mm
Suggested Material Size: 12 x 14.1 inches or 304 x 359 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
