A pretty cross-stitch pin cushion makes the perfect birthday gift and is a great project to get beginners stitching.
MATERIALS
Small amount linen or Aida cloth (approx 14cm x 14cm) DMC stranded cotton in colours indicated on key
Method
Work the design in cross-stitch using 2 strands of cotton, except where indicated otherwise. Click here for pattern
COLOUR KEY
MAIN DESIGN
988 Forest Green – Medium
986 Forest Green – Very dark
211 Lavender – Light
340 Blue Violet – Medium
522 Violet – Medium
550 Violet – Very dark
BACKSTITCHING
Backstitch using 1 strand of
939 Navy Blue – Very dark
FRENCH KNOTS
French knots using 2 strands of
722 Orange Spice – Light
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