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Alfred Jewel Ornament Cross Stitch Pattern
Alfred Jewel Ornament Cross Stitch Pattern
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Add some medieval sparkle to your home with this cross stitch pattern of the famous Alfred Jewel. Made during the 9th century reign of Alfred the Great, the exquisite jewel of gold, enamel, and quartz is now part of the Ashmolean Museum collection in Oxford. This pattern creates a double-sided hanging ornament depicting the front and back designs on the original, and uses bright colors, metallic thread, and gold beads to imitate the look and texture of the early medieval craftsmanship. A wonderful piece for anyone who loves medieval art, history, and archeology.
WHAT YOU GET: 1 PDF file for instant download that includes
- Three versions of the pattern: colors + symbols, symbols in B&W, symbols in B&W + back stitches
- DMC and Anchor thread color chart
- Recommendations for fabric, thread, and needle
- Instructions for creating the ornament (with photos)
- Photograph of finished piece for reference
- Historical information about the design
PATTERN DETAILS
- Recommended for experienced stitchers
- Stitches used: full cross stitch, stem stitch, backstitch, whip stitch, French knot (optional), beadwork (optional)
- Stitch count: 100 wide x 95 high
- Number of thread colors: 8
- Number of skeins needed: 10
SIZE OF FINISHED ORNAMENT
- 14 ct Aida: 3.3” x 6.5” (8.3cm x 16.5cm)
- 16 ct Aida: 2.9” x 5.7” (7.3cm x 14.4cm)
- 18 ct Aida: 2.6” x 5.1” (6.5cm x 12.8cm)
Delivery of Item
Delivery of Item
This is a digital item, so no physical product will be shipped to you. As soon as payment is processed, this cross stitch pattern will be sent via email as a link to a PDF file for instant download.
Returns and cansellations
Returns and cansellations
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This item is a digital file (PDF) for instant download of a cross stitch pattern. NO PHYSICAL PRODUCT WILL BE SHIPPED TO YOU.
- You will need a PDF reader to view and print this pattern.
- The model piece was stitched on 18ct. Aida cloth using two strands of DMC floss over one.
- Every monitor and printer is calibrated differently, so the color of your finished work may differ slightly from the photographs seen here.
- All PDF patterns and designs by Stitchable History are for personal use only. They may not be reproduced, edited, resold, published, or transmitted in any manner without express permission.