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Instead of Sheep
Cross Stitch Pattern

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Designer: Heartstring Samplery
Item: 15-1662
Type: Cross Stitch Patterns

"When I'm worried and I can't sleep, I count my blessings instead of sheep."

Model stitched with one thread over two on 28 Ct. Wren by Picture this Plus using Classic Colorworks. Frame was thrifted and refinished by designer. Stitch count 130 x 121. Finished Size: 10" x 9"

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5 stars out of 5 from United States Tiny United States flag on 05/23/2023 - Instead of sheep
From start to finish, I loved stitching this pattern!

5 stars out of 5 from United States Tiny United States flag on 09/09/2020 - love the pattern
Haven't stitched it yet but looking forward to it.

5 stars out of 5 from United States Tiny United States flag on 10/01/2015 - Makes me smile
This is based on Irving Berlin's classic song. The photo doesn't quite capture the happy colors and warm sentiment. I'm having fun stitching this!


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