The Fisherman

Title: Fisherman Cross Stitch Pattern - Rustic Coastal Scene of Daily Life Description: A serene depiction of a seasoned fisherman tending to his fresh catch by the harbor. The scene captures the essence of coastal life, with vibrant blue waters, distant boats, and rugged mountains in the background. This pattern evokes a sense of peace and timeless tradition. Pattern Details: • Design Area: 300 x 300 Stitches • Fabric: 14 Count Aida - 21.5 x 21.5 Stitched Image Size • Stitches: Full cross stitches only; no backstitching or half stitches required • Colors Required: 30 • Colors: A rich blend of ocean blues, warm earth tones, and soft neutrals that bring this rustic coastal scene to life. What's Included: • PDF Full-color chart with DMC color codes • PDF Black and white chart with DMC color codes • PDF File for upload to Pattern Keeper • Color SVG Patterns • B&W SVG Patterns Why You'll Love This Pattern: • Captures the charm of coastal living and hard work • A perfect project for nautical or rustic home decor • Relaxing and detailed design for avid stitchers Skill Level: • Suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced stitchers Instant Download: • Pattern will be available for instant download upon purchase. SOME COMMON CROSS STITCH TERMINOLOGY Aida – the most popular fabric to use for cross stitch with brands including DMC, Zweigart and Charles Craft. Threads are woven evenly to form squares and the most popular counts are 14 and 16 (see Count below) Back Stitch – a method of stitching to outline a cross stitch piece, usually in a dark colour. Beads – can be stitched onto a project to add depth, colour and detail. Blending – (also called Tweeding) using two or more colours of thread (usually one strand of each) in the same needle at the same time to blend the colours together when stitching. Confetti – single stitches of different colours looking like little confetti being thrown! Chart – the cross stitch pattern to work from when stitching. Count – the number of holes per inch. Often you will hear ’14 count’ meaning 14 holes (or squares) in one inch of the fabric. Counted Cross Stitch – the fabric is plain and you use a printed or digital pattern as a guide to help you place each stitch. DMC – one of the most popular brands of thread (or floss) used for embroidery and cross stitch. It comes in hundreds of different colours and effects. © 2025 littlethingsbyjoe by Jolene Underwood