Midnight Express: A Steampunk Christmas Cross Stitch Pattern
Pattern Details:
- PatternKeeper Compatible
- Five finished sizes to choose from
- Regular and large print charts included
- Detailed instructions and floss amount conversion chart included
- Full stitches only - no half or quarters stitches, no backstitching
Step into a world of wonder and invention with Midnight Express: A Steampunk Christmas Cross Stitch Pattern. This dazzling design combines the warmth of the holiday season with the creativity of steampunk fantasy — a magnificent locomotive decked in glowing lights and polished brass, steaming through the snowy night beneath a canopy of stars. The result is a breathtaking fusion of Victorian charm, mechanical artistry, and festive magic.
Every gear, lantern, and puff of steam is rendered in rich color and exquisite detail, making this museum-quality, full-coverage cross-stitch pattern a joy to bring to life. Whether you’re drawn to vintage engineering, imaginative storytelling, or simply the glow of Christmas nostalgia, this pattern offers a captivating project that feels like opening a storybook filled with light and motion.
The pattern includes regular and large-print charts, five finished size options, clear step-by-step instructions, and a floss amount conversion chart for easy preparation. Perfect for advanced stitchers and art lovers who appreciate creative detail and holiday sparkle, *Midnight Express: A Steampunk Christmas* is an unforgettable addition to your seasonal collection.
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Level of Difficulty:
Advanced
Finished Design Sizes:
X-Small Pattern:
182w x 288h stitches
14 count: 13.00 x 20.57 inches - 330mm x 523mm
18 count: 10.11 x 16.00 inches - 257mm x 406mm
20 count: 9.10 x 14.40 inches - 231mm x 366mm
22 count: 8.27 x 13.09 inches - 210mm x 333mm
Number of floss colors in the design: 76 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors
Small Pattern:
204w x 324h stitches
14 count: 14.57 x 23.14 inches - 370mm x 588mm
18 count: 11.33 x 18.00 inches - 288mm x 457mm
20 count: 10.20 x 16.20 inches - 259mm x 411mm
22 count: 9.27 x 14.73 inches - 236mm x 374mm
Number of floss colors in the design: 95 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors
Medium Pattern:
227w x 360h stitches
14 count: 16.21 x 25.71 inches - 412mm x 653mm
18 count: 12.61 x 20.00 inches - 320mm x 508mm
20 count: 11.35 x 18.00 inches - 288mm x 457mm
22 count: 10.32 x 16.36 inches – 262mm x 416mm
Number of floss colors in the design: 95 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors
Large Pattern:
273w x 432h stitches
14 count: 19.50 x 30.86 inches - 495mm x 784mm
18 count: 15.17 x 24.00 inches - 385mm x 610mm
20 count: 13.65 x 21.60 inches - 347mm x 549mm
22 count: 12.41 x 19.64 inches - 315mm x 499mm
Number of floss colors in the design: 95 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors
X-Large Pattern:
295w x 468h stitches
14 count: 21.07 x 33.43 inches - 535mm x 849mm
18 count: 16.39 x 26.00 inches - 416mm x 660mm
20 count: 14.75 x 23.40 inches - 375mm x 594mm
22 count: 13.41 x 21.27 inches - 341mm x 540mm
Number of floss colors in the design: 96 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors.
Fabric size necessary for design:
Add six inches to both length and width (3" on each side)
