Free Cancer Zodiac cross stitch pattern
Were you born later June early July? Then this is is for you! Grab the free Cancer Zodiac cross stitch pattern here. This downloadable PDF chart features the constellation of the crab, beautifully rendered in counted cross stitch.
Printable and easy to follow, this embroidery pattern is perfect for beginners and experienced stitchers alike. Whether you’re looking to create a special gift or decorate your own space with astrological flair, this Cancer Zodiac cross stitch pattern is sure to impress.
So why wait? Download the pattern today and get started on your own stunning piece of astrology-inspired embroidery!
Pattern dimensions
- Grid Size: 74W x 89H
- Design Area: 5.29″ x 6.36″ (74 x 89 stitches)
- 3 DMC thread colours
How to stitch Cancer zodiac cross stitch pattern
If you've never stitched before, then read through these simple instructions to help you stitch the cancer zodiac cross stitch embroidery pattern
Materials
- 14 count white aida
- DMC embroidery threads -
- DMC-5200
- DMC-3864
- DMC-844
Tools
- Cancer zodiac cross stitch Pattern
- Embroidery needle
- Embroidery hoop
- Embroidery scissors
- Optional - a thimble
Instructions
- Start by printing off your pattern and checking it's dimensions
- Cut the fabric to larger than the pattern dimensions and your hoop size
- Fold the fabric into quarter to identify the centre
- fit in your hoop
- Tighten the hoop to secure the fabric
- Find the centre of your pattern and the centre of your fabric design
- Start stitching from the centre
- Cut a length of embroidery floss no longer than the length of your arm
- Separate it into one strand and keep the remaining five for later
- Double the thread and thread your needle
- Start stitching from the front of your fabric, leaving a loop to thread your needle through on the first stitch to secure. Tug so that it moves to the back.
- Work your stitches all the in same direction, the bottom of the cross should always be the same in every stitch.
- Work in either individual crosses or for longer areas of stitch work the bottom arm of the cross stitch in a row and then stitch back over the row to do the top arm of the cross.
- Stitch all of the crab before moving onto the grey.
- Then add in the details.
- To finish, ensure the needle is on the back of the fabric. Thread it through the underside of a few stitches and then snip off the loose end.
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