Free Christmas kawaii cross stitch pattern

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Keep warm this winter, inside and out, by stitching this super cute kawaii cross stitch blushing beverage designed by Sosae and Dennis Caetano.

It’s time for a nice warming hot drink, preferably with whipped cream and sprinkles on top… just like in this kawaii cross stitch Christmas design! The sweet seasonal selection of motifs in this design will be a treat to stitch for beginners and experts alike.

It’s important to pay attention to the backstitch in the key though – all backstitch is in one strand apart from the mug’s eyes and mouth, the sprinkles and gingerbread person’s smile, which are backstitched in two strands to draw attention to these charming details.

This design was created by Sosae and Dennis Caetano and was first published in The World of Cross Stitching issue 286.

Kawaii cross stitch fact box:

Stitching Time – Approx. 22 hours
Type of Stitches – Cross stitch, backstitch
Ease of Stitching – Beginner

What you’ll need for the Kawaii cross stitch:

Zweigart* 14-count white Aida measuring 35x35cm (13¾ x 13¾in)
Stranded cotton as listed in the key
Size 24 tapestry needle
Stretched canvas of your choice measuring 20x20cm (7¾x7¾in)

This pattern is suitable for beginners, if you are new to cross stitching, however, we have lots of helpful guides available, find out how to cross stitch or learn more about cross stitch needle sizes.

Free kawaii Christmas cross stitch pattern

Download the free kawaii cross stitch pattern

The download is an A4 PDF containing the kawaii teacup pattern and an accompanying key.

Seasonal stitches

If you loved the kawaii cross stitch Christmas design and want to get stuck into more festive cross stitch, try our library of Christmas cross stitch patterns – you’ll find something to suit all abilities!

Sosae and Dennis Caetano

Years ago, Sosae & Dennis started their needlecraft pattern company, Trellis & Thyme, and along that path discovered the magic of those little x stitches. They are both self-taught, in design work as well as stitching. They fell in love with cross stitch design and look forward to every new project! You can find their lovely designs on Etsy (sosaecaetano) all of which are full-colour instant-download PDF format, so you can print and create right away! Sosae & Dennis create a whole host of amazing designs, we particularly love their cute kawaii style.

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