Regular and Large print chart included
PatternKeeper compatible
Celebrate a powerful image of everyday American life with Apple Vendor Cross Stitch Pattern, inspired by a painting created during the Works Progress Administration (WPA) era by artist Barbara Stevenson. This striking composition portrays a street vendor seated behind crates of bright red and golden apples, offering a glimpse into the lives of working people during the Great Depression.
Created during a period when artists documented the realities of American communities, Apple Vendor reflects the resilience and determination of ordinary citizens navigating challenging economic times. The vendor's thoughtful pose, paired with the industrial cityscape in the background, creates a compelling contrast between individual labor and the larger forces shaping urban life.
Stevenson's bold use of color and simplified forms gives the painting a distinctly modern character while remaining deeply rooted in the social realities of the 1930s. The vivid apples stand out against muted urban tones, drawing the viewer's attention to the importance of everyday commerce and human perseverance.
This museum-quality cross-stitch pattern is perfect for collectors of WPA artwork, American history enthusiasts, and stitchers who appreciate meaningful scenes from daily life. Rich colors and strong geometric forms make this design both visually engaging and historically significant.
Bring a fascinating piece of Depression-era American art to your stitching collection with this memorable portrait of resilience, work, and community.
- This chart is available in two formats - regular and large print. Once you make your purchase you will have access to both.
- Available for immediate download in pdf format.
- Take a look at the floss list before buying a chart. Click on this link - FLOSS LIST - to view the floss list.
- Advanced cross stitch instructions and a floss amount conversion chart are included in the pattern.
- We guarantee our charts 100%. If you are not happy with your purchase please send us a message.
This chart is a Digital Download. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader, which is a free program, to read and print out the file. If you don't have Acrobat Reader CLICK HERE to download. After your purchase is complete you will receive an e-mail with instructions to download your file. You will also have access to the download file when you are logged into your Serenity Stitchworks account.
Design Size:
304w x 324h stitches
Types of Stitches:
Full stitches only, no half or quarter stitches, no backstitching
Level of Difficulty:
Advanced
Sewn Design Size:
14 count: 21.71 x 23.14 inches - 522mm x 588mm
18 count: 16.89 x 18.00 inches - 429mm x 457mm
20 count: 15.20 x 16.20 inches - 386mm x 411mm
22 count: 13.82 x 14.73 inches - 351mm x 374mm
Fabric size necessary for design:
Add six inches to both length and width (3" on each side)
Number of floss colors in the design: 76 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors.
