Mari Lwyd - PDF christmas holiday horse skull welsh cross stitch pattern

Embrace the playful spirit of Welsh tradition with our vibrant and mischievous Mari Lwyd cross stitch pattern! This lively horse skull effigy is bursting with colors that mirror its mischievous charm— brilliant reds, vibrant greens, and lively blues!

Each stitch brings this traditional Welsh folk figure to life. Whether you're a seasoned stitcher or a beginner seeking a vibrant challenge, this pattern promises to infuse your winter stitching with a dash of colorful cheer and offbeat merriment. Honor the spirit of the Mari Lwyd and add this colorful cross stitch pattern to your stitching repertoire!

This Mari Lwyd, with its bony grin and hollow eye sockets, is more than just a relic from an old Welsh tradition—it's the life of the party! Imbued with cheerful winter magic, this mischievous skull has been cracking jokes that echo through the ages, and has been causing mischief wherever it goes. This particular effigy has an affinity for pulling pranks on unsuspecting villagers, and the twinkle in its eye (socket) outshines even the brightest star in the Welsh night sky.

+ 18 DMC colors
+ Stitches: 88 x 101
+ 14 count: 6.3” x 7.2”
+ 16 count: 5.5” x 6.3”
+ 18 count: 4.9” x 5.6”

This cross stitch pattern contains full cross stitches only.