Snow Folks Ornaments - PDF

Snow Folks Ornaments Cross Stitch Pattern (KDS #1535) by Kooler Design Studio

The Snow Folks Ornaments pattern, catalog number KDS #1535, is a charming collection of snowperson-themed holiday ornament designs created by designer Linda Gillum and published by Kooler Design Studio, Inc. of Lafayette, California. Released in 2016, this downloadable PDF cross stitch chart is part of the Kooler Classic Charts series and is well-suited for stitchers of a beginner skill level who want to create festive, handcrafted decorations for the holiday season.

What You Will Make

This pattern produces a set of snow folks ornaments — whimsical, decorative pieces featuring snowperson characters intended to be displayed as holiday ornaments. Each finished ornament is a small, self-contained design, making them ideal as handmade gifts, tree decorations, or seasonal home accents. Because the stitch count varies per individual design within the collection, stitchers should refer to the individual charts for the specific dimensions of each ornament motif.

Fabric and Materials

The designs are stitched on 14-count White Aida cloth, the most widely used evenweave fabric in cross stitch. The 14-count designation means there are 14 stitchable squares per inch, producing a finished piece with clear, well-defined stitches at a comfortable working size. Because the stitch count varies between the individual ornament designs, stitchers are advised to add 4 to 6 inches to each measurement when cutting fabric, ensuring adequate border material for framing, finishing, or mounting as ornaments.

Floss Requirements

The pattern calls for DMC embroidery floss in a rich and varied palette, reflecting the colorful, festive nature of the snow folks designs. The full color listing includes the following DMC thread numbers:

• DMC 210, 211 — soft lavender and light lavender
• DMC 310 — black (used for full cross stitches, quarter stitches, and backstitching)
• DMC 318 — light steel gray
• DMC 341 — light blue violet
• DMC 349, 402, 413 — coral red, very light mahogany, and dark pewter gray
• DMC 553, 606, 700, 702, 704 — violet, bright orange-red, and multiple greens
• DMC 722, 740, 742, 744, 745 — warm oranges and pale yellows
• DMC 815, 824, 825, 826 — deep reds and medium blues
• DMC 922, 931, 947, 958, 964 — copper, antique blue, deep orange, and sea greens
• DMC 975, 3747, 3812 — dark golden brown, very light blue violet, and deep teal
• DMC Blanc — white (noted as requiring 2 skeins, reflecting its heavy use throughout the snow folks designs)

The generous color palette gives the snow folks their lively, multi-colored scarves, hats, accessories, and snowy bodies, resulting in ornaments that are visually vibrant and detailed despite being beginner-friendly in technique.

Stitches and Techniques Used

This pattern employs several classic embroidery and cross stitch techniques, making it an excellent introduction to foundational needlework skills while still producing polished, professional-looking results.

Cross Stitch (Full Cross Stitch)

The primary stitch used throughout the design is the full cross stitch, worked using 3 strands of DMC embroidery floss. The full cross stitch is formed by making two diagonal stitches that cross each other over one square of Aida fabric, creating the characteristic X shape that defines the cross stitch craft. Working with 3 strands on 14-count Aida produces good coverage and a slightly raised, textured appearance.

Quarter Stitch (1/4 Stitch)

Quarter