Free new home cross stitch pattern

Wish a friend well in their new home with this adorable card featuring a pair of owls, designed by Rhona Norrie.

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Published: September 6, 2019 at 9:39 am

We've got the perfect free cross stitch project for beginner stitchers or anyone who's looking for a quick cross stitch card or gift to celebrate someone's new nest! Stitch these sweet owls to send a cute cross stitch card to warm new homes. Stitched by Debbie Harding.

Need to know

  • Stitch Time: 10 hours (approx)
  • Stitch Types: Whole cross stitch, backstitch, French knots
  • Max. stitch count: 49 (h) x 53 (w)Design area on 14-count fabric
  • Design size: 9x9.5cm (3½x3¾4in)

You will need

  • Threads - Stranded cotton as listed in the key
  • Needle - Size 24 tapestry needle
  • Fabric - 14-count white aida measuring 15x15cm (6x6in).
  • Extras - Single Fold Card Straight Edge (SF06U) in Creative Smooth White and 12x12in Creative Paper in Small Pale Green Dots (SR224P) available to buy from www.craftcreations.com.
  • Ribbon of your choice

Free new home cross stitch pattern (PDF)