Jewel-Toned Christmas Trees Cross-Stitch Bookmark
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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: 71 x 71
- 4 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 92 times
71 x 17 stitches 4 colors
Pattern description
Four festive evergreens with ruby-red ornaments and golden accents create a vertical composition perfect for bookmarks. The deep forest-green trees pop against cream white linen, while warm amber-toned trunks ground each repeated motif. This compact 71×71 stitch count design uses just four DMC thread colors, making it ideal for beginners exploring counted cross stitch basics.
Create a set of these elegant bookmarks using Aida fabric and the included free printable PDF chart—each piece works beautifully as a handmade gift for avid readers, coworkers, or holiday gift exchanges. The jewel-toned palette and festive tree imagery make this pattern especially fitting for winter needlework projects, while the quick-to-complete format keeps stitchers motivated. Perfect for personalizing gift bundles or displaying the natural beauty of traditional embroidery.
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: 71 x 17 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 5.1 x 1.2 inches or 129 x 31 mm
Suggested Material Size: 11 x 7.1 inches or 279 x 181 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
