29 January 2012

Free Babushka cross stitch pattern

As I am busy stitching away on my new Babushka sampler pattern (full update tomorrow)....
I thought it was time for a bit of a freebie.....

So I have chosen one of the 'girls' for you to stitch....


Excuse the bad photo - I am stitching on waste canvas hence the blue lines and have just taken it out of the hoop!
Click here to get the free pdf pattern. It outlines all you need to get started - fabric, threads and cross stitch instructions for 14 count aida. Perfect for beginners.

This pattern is free for you to use on your own projects and you can even sell the stitched design if you fancy - but it would be great if you could include a link to my blog!

I know you wouldn't but I have to say it...please don't on sell the pattern. Freebies are so nice it would be a shame to abuse the privilege. Thank you!

Happy stitching!
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20 comments:

  1. AnonymousJanuary 29, 2012 at 9:25 PM

    Gorgeous! I was just trying to think of something I could stitch for a friend's new baby girl, and this is perfect. Thank you!

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    1. cupcake cutie craftJanuary 30, 2012 at 7:51 AM

      You are welcome! Would love to see what you make. Let me know if you would like to add a photo of it to my blog gallery page where I showcase what people have made from my patterns. Enjoy!

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  2. alexFebruary 11, 2012 at 4:33 AM

    It's a really lovely pattern and would be perfect for my little girls room. I would love to try it using waste canvas but I had a bit of a disaster with it before Christmas. I spent ages stitching a lovely pattern using red thread on white canvas and when I was removing the thread it ran. So disappointing.
    Do you have a any tips to avoid this?
    I love your felt babushka dolls too!

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    1. cupcake cutie craftFebruary 11, 2012 at 7:31 AM

      Oh no how awful! I often remove the waste canvas without wetting it. If you start carefully from one side only and very patiently (!) remove the canvas strand by strand pulling them downwards.Then you can start removing strands from across the top or bottom. As long as you pull them in single strands you won't get in a tangle. Hope this helps!

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    2. Ink Monkey MagazineMarch 2, 2013 at 7:40 PM

      A late reply for people who will need it. If you're worried about your thread running, you can soak it in water and then dry it before you use it. Just pat it down with a towel and then let it air dry after that.

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  3. Melanie LOctober 31, 2012 at 4:37 AM

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    1. Melanie LOctober 31, 2012 at 4:39 AM

      Sorry, I answered my own question. You may delete this at your own convenience...

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  4. KateJanuary 21, 2013 at 11:55 AM

    I love this pattern but I am having trouble downloading it from Scribd without a paid account. Is there any way around that or do you have to be member?

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    1. cupcake cutie craftJanuary 22, 2013 at 12:29 PM

      Hi Kate.
      Scribd was free when I listed this pattern, I am really annoyed it now costs. I am going to find another place to host my freebies.
      Anyway just let me know your email address and I will be happy to email the pattern to you.
      Thanks!
      Kim

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    2. MomFebruary 11, 2013 at 7:38 AM

      Can you also email me the pattern? Thanks so much!

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    3. cupcake cutie craftFebruary 11, 2013 at 1:36 PM

      Let me know your email address and I can!

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  5. UnknownJune 1, 2013 at 9:36 AM

    Hi there I'm loving your russian doll pattern but i am too having problems. Thanks very much xx

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    1. cupcake cutie craftJune 2, 2013 at 7:20 AM

      Hi Felicity. Let me know your email address and I will email you the pattern directly. Thanks! Kim

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  6. TrishaOctober 25, 2013 at 12:57 PM

    The download option is no longer active. I tried everything I knew and I couldn't get it to download. Do you have it on another site by any chance? This is adorable!

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    1. cupcake cutie craftOctober 25, 2013 at 7:49 PM

      Hi Trisha.
      You can now download it free in my craftsy store. Here is the link...
      http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/embroidery/hand-embroidery/free-russian-doll-cross-stitch/58654
      Thanks!
      Kim

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  7. zenuwpeesJanuary 5, 2014 at 12:27 AM

    Je suis fan des matrouchka Marie-Claire

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  8. AnonymousJuly 5, 2014 at 8:15 PM

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  9. EliseDecember 3, 2015 at 10:34 AM

    Is there anyway to still get this pattern? I went to the craftsy store and it said it was no longer available? I love this pattern!

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  10. cupcake cutie craftDecember 4, 2015 at 8:27 PM

    Hi lisey611

    I have no idea why that pattern has disappeared! Anyway I have just relisted it and fixed the link so you should be able to download it for free now. Here is the link also
    http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/other/free-russian-doll-cross-stitch-pattern/179158
    Kim =)

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