Monochrome Soccer Ball with Tan Accents
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The soccer ball, or football outside North America, features a distinctive pattern of 12 regular pentagons and 20 regular hexagons—a truncated icosahedron that was officially standardized on the 1970 World Cup ball. This geometric design isn't just for looks; it creates perfectly balanced flight dynamics and is recognized instantly across every corner of the globe.
- Stitch count: 29 x 29
- 4 colors in the palette
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29 x 29 stitches 4 colors
Pattern description
A timeless sports motif meets clean, graphic simplicity in this 29×29 compact design. The soccer ball's classic pentagon-and-hexagon geometry is rendered in bold black and crisp white, with warm tan and soft gray accents that add subtle dimension to the geometric form.
Perfect for beginners seeking straightforward counted cross-stitch practice, this pattern uses just four DMC thread colors on Aida fabric, making it an ideal first project or quick gift for sports enthusiasts. The neutral palette transitions smoothly between the stark blacks and whites to the warmer undertones, creating visual interest without overwhelming complexity—ideal for framing in a dorm, sports room, or as a cheerful addition to game-day décor.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 29 x 29 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 2.1 x 2.1 inches or 53 x 53 mm
Suggested Material Size: 8 x 8 inches or 203 x 203 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
