Sutton Hoo Pincushion Cross Stitch Pattern

Create a beautiful pincushion that celebrates medieval craftsmanship with this cross stitch pattern inspired by the famous 7th century royal ship burial at the Sutton Hoo archeological site in England. Recreated in detail, this design is based on a pair of small sword-harness pyramids made of gold, cloisonné garnets, and millefiori glass that were found alongside an impressive iron sword at the heart of the Sutton Hoo burial chamber. This is a wonderful piece for anyone who loves early medieval art, history, and archeology.  WHAT YOU GET: 1 PDF file for instant download that includes Three versions of the pattern: colors + symbols, symbols in B&W, symbols in B&W + back stitches  DMC and Anchor thread color chart Recommendations for fabric, thread, and needle Instructions for creating pyramid-shaped pincushion Photograph of finished piece for reference Historical information about the design  PATTERN DETAILS Recommended for experienced stitchers Stitches used: full cross stitch, back stitch/stem stitch, whip stitch Stitch count: 122 wide x 186 high Number of thread colors: 7 Number of skeins needed: 11 SIZE OF FINISHED ORNAMENT 14 ct Aida: 4.6” x 4.6” x 3.5” (11.6cm x 11.6cm x 9cm) 16 ct Aida: 4” x 4” x 3” (10.2cm x 10.2cm x 7.8cm) 18 ct Aida: 3.6” x 3.6” x 2.75” (9cm x 9cm x 7cm) ADDITIONAL INFO This item is a digital file (PDF) for instant download of a cross stitch pattern. No physical product will be shipped to you. You will need a PDF reader to view and print this pattern. All PDF patterns and designs by Stitchable History are for personal use only. They may not be reproduced, edited, resold, published, or transmitted in any manner without express permission. The model piece was stitched on 18 ct. Aida cloth using two strands of DMC floss over one. Every monitor and printer is calibrated differently, so the color of your finished work may differ slightly from the photographs seen here. Please contact me if you have any questions. Happy stitching!