This is an old-world-style Santa whose knapsack is more elaborate than his sleigh! He is accompanied by his eight tiny reindeer and a certain red-nosed friend in the lead.
Stitches used are cross stitch over two threads.
Pattern only. To complete this project, you will need:
Classic Colorworks
- Used Brick
- Muddy Puddle
- Shabby Sheep
- Sunkissed
- Weeping Willow
- Hickory Sticks
- Red Currant
A conversion to DMC is provided.
Fabric
Stitch count: 145w x 121h
Linen used: 36 ct. Vintage Examplar by Lakeside Linens. We can recommend either Parchment or Dr Smith's Tonic by Sparklies.
| Count | Wide (in) | High (in) | Wide (cm) | High (cm) | Order |
| 28 | 10.36 | x | 8.64 | | 26.31 | x | 21.95 | | Fat 1/8 (i.e. 2 fat) |
| 30 | 9.67 | x | 8.07 | | 24.56 | x | 20.5 | | Fat 1/8 (i.e. 2 fat) |
| 32 | 9.06 | x | 7.56 | | 23.01 | x | 19.2 | | Fat 1/8 (i.e. 2 fat) |
| 36 | 8.06 | x | 6.72 | | 20.47 | x | 17.07 | | Fat 1/8 (i.e. 2 fat) |
| 40 | 7.25 | x | 6.05 | | 18.42 | x | 15.37 | | Fat 1/8 (i.e. 2 fat) |
Trim used: Vintage chenille by Lady Dot Creates