Bold Red Harley Motorcycle Cross-Stitch Pattern
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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: 238 x 238
- 28 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 117 times
238 x 136 stitches 28 colors
Pattern description
This counted cross-stitch design captures a classic cruiser motorcycle in vibrant crimson red with charcoal gray accents, rendered in a side-profile view that emphasizes the bike's iconic silhouette. The 238 x 238 stitch count creates a substantial, detailed project that showcases chrome detailing and realistic proportions on 28 DMC thread colors.
Stitchers tackling this advanced-skill pattern will appreciate the opportunity to work with a dynamic color palette that transitions between rich reds, deep grays, metallic silvers, and white highlights. Perfect for motorcycle enthusiasts or as a striking wall decoration in a garage, man cave, or home office, the finished piece delivers impressive visual impact. This is an ideal project for experienced needleworkers who enjoy complex color blending and dimensional shading techniques that bring the motorcycle to life on Aida fabric.
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: 238 x 136 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 17 x 9.7 inches or 432 x 247 mm
Suggested Material Size: 22.9 x 15.6 inches or 582 x 397 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
