Dance of the Winter Solstice Cross Stitch Pattern
Dance of the Winter Solstice Cross Stitch Pattern
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The Dance of the Winter Solstice Cross Stitch Pattern celebrates the moment when light and warmth return after the longest night of the year.
This graceful figure holds the sun in one hand and the moon in the other — symbols of renewal and harmony as the Wheel of the Year turns.
Her gown of red, green, and gold reflects the warmth of the holidays, while the swirling lines of the design give her a sense of motion and grace.
As you bring this counted cross stitch pattern to life, you’ll appreciate all the little details it calls for, like the delicate backstitching, the specialty floss, and the sparkling beads.
It’s a gorgeous piece to stitch for the holidays — whether you create her alone or as part of the Dance of the Seasons series.
Perfect for celebrating Yule or the winter solstice, this cross stitch pattern is so satisfying to work on, and such a joy to complete.
The Dance of the Winter Solstice Cross Stitch Pattern has a stitch count of 155 stitches wide by 160 high.
The front has a color photo of the finished design. The chart is graphed in black and white symbols, with a table showing the DMC colors you’ll need.
The instructions are printed on six loose sheets in a resealable cellophane envelope for protection.
This is a pattern for counted cross stitch. It is not a complete kit. You will need to supply your own fabric and floss.
We are not able to offer digital downloads of our patterns at this time.
How much fabric do I need?
To calculate the amount of fabric you will need for your project, divide the number of stitches by the stitch count of the fabric you wish to use. The higher the count of your fabric, the smaller your piece will be. Some examples appear below. Remember to leave several additional inches as a border on each side, to facilitate framing your project when it is finished.
| Fabric count | Approximate size of stitched area |
|---|---|
| 14-count | 11" × 11 ½" |
| 18-count | 8 ½" × 8" |
| 25-count | 6 ¼" × 6 ½" |
How difficult is this pattern?
Here's some information to consider to help you decide if this pattern is within your comfort zone.
| Number of stitches | 155 × 160 |
|---|---|
| Number of colors | 28 |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| Backstitching | yes |
| Half- or quarter-stitches | yes |
| Specialty stitches | no |
| Specialty floss | yes |
| Beads | yes |