Round the Ring of Roses Cross Stitch Pattern – Jessie Willcox Smith
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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
Celebrate the joy and innocence of childhood with Round the Ring of Roses Cross Stitch Pattern, inspired by Jessie Willcox Smith’s beloved illustration of children dancing hand in hand.
This charming scene captures a circle of young children in flowing pastel clothing, joined together in play beneath soft natural light. Smith’s gentle brushwork, warm palette, and expressive figures bring the movement and delight of the nursery rhyme to life, creating a design filled with warmth, nostalgia, and timeless storybook charm.
One of the most beloved illustrators of the early 20th century, Jessie Willcox Smith was celebrated for her ability to portray childhood with tenderness and authenticity. This piece beautifully reflects her gift for capturing the wonder of youthful imagination and carefree play.
This museum-quality, full-coverage cross stitch pattern faithfully translates the softness and painterly detail of the original artwork into thread, resulting in an heirloom-worthy finished piece perfect for nurseries, family spaces, or collectors of classic illustration. A perfect project for stitchers who love vintage illustration, childhood nostalgia, and graceful fine-art designs.
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Level of Difficulty:
Advanced
Finished Design Sizes:
X-Small Pattern:
288w x 205h stitches
14 count: 20.57 x 14.64 inches - 523mm x 372mm
18 count: 16.00 x 11.39 inches - 406mm x 289mm
20 count: 14.40 x 10.25 inches - 366mm x 260mm
22 count: 13.09 x 9.32 inches - 333mm x 237mm
Number of floss colors in the design: 77 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors
Small Pattern:
324w x 230h stitches
14 count: 23.14 x 16.43 inches - 588mm x 417mm
18 count: 18.00 x 12.78 inches - 457mm x 325mm
20 count: 16.20 x 11.50 inches - 411mm x 292mm
22 count: 14.73 x 10.45 inches - 374mm x 266mm
Number of floss colors in the design: 94 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors
Medium Pattern:
360w x 256h stitches
14 count: 25.71 x 18.29 inches - 653mm x 464mm
18 count: 20.00 x 14.22 inches - 508mm x 361mm
20 count: 18.00 x 12.80 inches - 457mm x 325mm
22 count: 16.36 x 11.64 inches - 416mm x 296mm
Number of floss colors in the design: 94 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors
Large Pattern:
432w x 308h stitches
14 count: 30.86 x 22.00 inches - 784mm x 559mm
18 count: 24.00 x 17.11 inches - 610mm x 435mm
20 count: 21.60 x 15.40 inches - 549mm x 391mm
22 count: 19.64 x 14.00 inches - 499mm x 356mm
Number of floss colors in the design: 94 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors
X-Large Pattern:
468w x 334h stitches
14 count: 33.43 x 23.86 inches - 849mm x 606mm
18 count: 26.00 x 18.56 inches - 660mm x 471mm
20 count: 23.40 x 16.70 inches - 594mm x 424mm
22 count: 21.27 x 15.18 inches - 540mm x 386mm
Number of floss colors in the design: 93 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors.
Fabric size necessary for design:
Add six inches to both length and width (3" on each side)
