Although I'm firmly on "Team No Christmas Decorations Until After Thanksgiving," I can make an exception for starting Christmas-related crafts well in advance. And with about six weeks left before the big day, you've got plenty of time to stitch up this simple Scrabble tile-inspired Christmas cross stitch pattern.
The pattern is 62 x 62 stitches and the stitched area will be roughly circle-shaped with a 4 3/8" diameter on 14 count Aida . I'm also thinking of doing it on 18 count Aida , which would give it a diameter of 3 1/2" so it should fit inside a 4" embroidery hoop to make it more ornament-sized (I'm kiiiiiind of on an ornament kick around here lately).
Grab your free printable PDF here: "Merry Christmas" Scrabble Tiles Cross Stitch Pattern
Scrabble tiles Christmas cross stitch pattern tips:
I recommend using two strands of thread for the white backstitching of the letters to make it stand out against the red. Might need to try 3 strands for the red squares too, especially if it's on 14 count cloth, to make sure the white letters show up.
You'll need red, yellow/beige-ish, green, and white embroidery floss for this project. I don't think the exact shade makes a huge difference on this pattern though, if you've got any of those basic colors in your stash already, and you could definitely switch up the colors too!
What other projects are you working on this holiday season? Be sure to check out my easy embroidered mason jar lid ornaments and simple snowflake cross stitch patterns if you haven't already!
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