Archer Vice - PDF Cross Stitch Pattern

Archer Vice – PDF Cross Stitch Pattern by HugSandwich

The Archer Vice is a downloadable PDF cross stitch pattern designed by HugSandwich, available through hugsandwich.shop. This is a single decorative embroidery design rendered as a detailed counted cross stitch chart, making it an excellent project for anyone who enjoys needle arts and pixel-style embroidery work.

What Is Being Made

Stitchers will produce a finished cross stitch embroidery piece based on the Archer Vice design. The completed design measures 7.36 inches wide by 3.79 inches tall, spanning a grid of 103 stitches wide by 53 stitches tall. The pattern uses a rich variety of symbols across the chart, indicating a multi-color composition with considerable visual detail packed into a compact, horizontally oriented format. The design features a range of distinct symbol groupings that suggest layered imagery with multiple color regions, shading areas, and fine detail work throughout.

Techniques Used

• Counted cross stitch – the primary technique, where each symbol on the grid corresponds to a specific thread color placed as an X-shaped stitch over one square of the fabric weave
• Symbol-based charting – the PDF chart uses a variety of distinct symbols (including characters such as Ã, *, g, J, ¢, /, 6, Ÿ, û, ¹, !, Í, and others) to represent individual thread colors, allowing stitchers to follow the pattern square by square
• Multi-color work – the number of unique symbols present across the chart indicates the design calls for numerous thread colors, requiring careful color management and thread organization
• Grid navigation – the chart is marked with numbered grid lines (visible at intervals of 10 stitches) to help stitchers locate their position accurately on the fabric

Stitches Used

• Full cross stitch – the foundational stitch of the pattern, worked over one square of 14 count Aida fabric to build up the complete design

Cross stitch is one of the most approachable embroidery techniques, making this pattern well suited to beginner stitchers. Each stitch is formed by crossing two diagonal stitches to create a neat X shape. Working on 14 count Aida fabric means there are 14 stitches per inch, giving a clear, evenly spaced grid that is easy to follow for those new to counted embroidery.

Materials

• Fabric: 14 Count Aida – the recommended base fabric as specified in the pattern. Aida is a stiff, open-weave cotton fabric with clearly defined holes that guide needle placement, making it the standard choice for counted cross stitch projects at this scale.
• Needle: A tapestry needle (typically size 24 or 26) is the standard tool for cross stitch on 14 count Aida. Tapestry needles have a blunt tip and a large eye suited to embroidery floss.
• Thread: Embroidery floss in multiple colors as indicated by the symbol key within the PDF. The pattern's wide variety of symbols suggests a palette of numerous colors. Stitchers typically use standard 6-strand cotton embroidery floss, often worked with 2 strands over one square of 14 count Aida for good coverage.

Pattern Format and Usage

The Archer Vice pattern is delivered as a downloadable PDF, allowing instant access after purchase. The file includes the full symbol chart with grid markings. As noted by HugSandwich, the pattern is intended for personal use only and may not be sold or redistributed in any form.