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Golden Bear with Bright Balloons Cross Stitch

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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: 137 x 137
  • 22 colors in the palette
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Happy Birthday free cross-stitch pattern

137 x 131 stitches 22 colors

Pattern description

A cheerful teddy bear clutches a spiral lollipop and three colorful balloons in this 137×137 counted cross stitch pattern. The golden-brown bear sits centered against a cream background, radiating warmth with its pink heart paw pads and playful expression. This intermediate-level design uses 22 DMC thread colors to create vibrant balloon details in hot pink, cyan blue, and lime green—perfect for nursery décor or a child's first needlework project.

The bright, saturated color palette makes this pattern ideal for stitchers seeking an uplifting project with immediate visual impact. At 137 stitches square on standard Aida fabric, it's substantial enough to feel rewarding without overwhelming beginners-to-intermediate stitchers. Whether framed as a keepsake, stitched as a birthday gift, or used to personalize a child's room, this happy bear design combines timeless teddy-bear appeal with modern, bold embroidery color choices that transcend typical pastel baby themes.

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: 137 x 131 stitches

Sewn Design Size: 9.8 x 9.4 inches or 249 x 238 mm

Suggested Material Size: 15.7 x 15.3 inches or 399 x 388 mm

Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands