Regular and Large print chart included
PatternKeeper compatible
Celebrate the carefree joy of childhood with this delightful Skipping Cross Stitch Pattern, based on a charming painting by Frederick Morgan. Renowned for his heartwarming depictions of children, Morgan captured everyday moments with warmth, tenderness, and an enduring sense of innocence.
In this enchanting scene, two young girls are absorbed in play as they skip together outdoors. One child swings the rope while the younger girl eagerly joins in, her bright ribbon adding a cheerful splash of color to the composition. Their animated expressions and lively movement perfectly capture the happiness and spontaneity of childhood. Soft sunlight and gentle brushwork enhance the painting's warm, nostalgic atmosphere.
A master of Victorian Genre Painting, Morgan specialized in scenes that celebrated family life, friendship, and the simple pleasures of youth. His work reflected the Victorian idealization of childhood while preserving genuine moments of affection and playfulness. In Skipping, he transforms an ordinary childhood game into a timeless image filled with energy, innocence, and charm.
This heartwarming design is perfect for stitchers who appreciate Victorian art, childhood themes, and nostalgic scenes that evoke treasured memories of simpler times.
Serenity Stitchworks patterns are designed for an enjoyable stitching experience and include both regular and large-print charts, detailed instructions, and a floss amount conversion chart to help you create a beautiful finished piece.
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Advanced cross stitch instructions and a floss amount conversion chart are included in the pattern.
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Design Size:
216w 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: 15.43 x 23.14 inches - 392mm x 588mm
18 count: 12.00 x 18.00 inches - 305mm x 457mm
20 count: 10.80 x 16.20 inches - 274mm x 411mm
22 count: 9.82 x 14.73 inches - 249mm 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: 73 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors.
