Enchanting Christmas - Money Holder in Anchor - Downloadable PDF

Enchanting Christmas Money Holder in Anchor Embroidery

What Is Being Made

This downloadable PDF pattern from Anchor Studio provides instructions for creating two festive embroidered designs: a Christmas card and a Money-holder card. Both projects feature holiday-themed embroidery work suitable for seasonal gift-giving or decorative purposes. The designs combine functional and decorative elements, with the money-holder card offering practical storage for cash gifts during the Christmas season.

Design Specifications

• Christmas Card Embroidery Area: 5 x 9.5 cm
• Money-holder Card Embroidery Area: 6.5 x 9 cm
• Difficulty Level: Intermediate
• Design Number: 0060003-00709-12

Embroidery Techniques and Stitches

This pattern employs two primary embroidery techniques to create the festive designs:

• Cross Stitch: The foundational technique worked in two stages. The lower stitch is worked from left to right, followed by the upper stitch from right to left. Cross stitches are worked over 2 fabric threads in each direction, creating a uniform grid-based pattern typical of counted cross stitch embroidery.
• Backstitch: Used as an accent technique to add definition and detail to the design. Backstitch is also worked over 2 fabric threads each way, complementing the cross stitch elements.

Materials and Thread Specifications

Anchor Stranded Cotton Thread: The primary embroidery thread used throughout both projects. Stranded cotton is worked with 2 strands for optimal coverage and definition on the selected fabric.

Thread Colors Required:

• Anchor Stranded Cotton #1 (1 x 8m reel)
• Anchor Stranded Cotton #44 (1 x 8m reel)
• Anchor Stranded Cotton #47 (1 x 8m reel)
• Anchor Stranded Cotton #49 (1 x 8m reel)
• Anchor Stranded Cotton #381 (1 x 8m reel)
• Anchor Stranded Cotton #397 (1 x 8m reel)
• Anchor Stranded Cotton #1011 (1 x 8m reel)
• Anchor Metallic #300 (1 x reel) – adds festive sparkle to the designs

Fabric and Additional Supplies

Embroidery Fabric: 28-count linen fabric in natural shade. Approximately 10 x 15 cm of fabric is required as a working base for the embroidery projects. Linen's tight weave and defined thread count make it ideal for precise cross stitch and backstitch work.

Additional Notions: 1 red card blank measuring 11 x 15.5 cm serves as the finished card base, providing a professional presentation for the embroidered designs.

Needle Requirements

A tapestry needle No. 24 is specified for working with the 2-strand Anchor Stranded Cotton on 28-count linen fabric. This needle size accommodates the thread weight while allowing smooth passage through the fabric's weave.

About This Pattern

Designed by Anchor Studio and published by Anchor Crafts, this intermediate-level embroidery pattern combines traditional cross stitch and backstitch techniques to create charming Christmas-themed cards. The inclusion of metallic thread adds a festive shimmer to the finished pieces, making them suitable for holiday gift-giving or as decorative seasonal cards. The pattern is available as a free downloadable PDF, making it accessible to embroiderers of intermediate skill level who are familiar with basic cross stitch techniques.