Little Monsters Cross Stitch Pattern
Posted on Nov 03, 2013
Perfect for playground trading, these collectible buttons have definitely got the upper hand on pester power – your kids will love them! Buttons are available in both plastic and metal varieties. While the plastic ones are a bit cheaper, the metal ones have teeth that grip the fabric better. <i>Designed by: Kerry Morgan</i> Stitch time: 1 hour each Materials - 14 count colored aida, 8x8cm (3 1/4"x3 1/4") piece for each - 29mm (1") Self-Cover buttons - Embroidery floss stitched in 1 or 3 strands in a variety of colors
Step 1
Use the chart to make several little monsters.
Step 2
To turn the cross stitch into buttons, use the template provided on your self-cover button packaging to cut your aida into a circle, with your stitching in the middle.
Step 3
Pull your aida around the button front as tight as you can. We prefer metal self-cover buttons because they have metal teeth to grip your fabric. They are a bit pricier but so much easier to use. It’s worth paying the extra!
Step 4
Use your fingernail to tighten and smooth any lumpy areas around the perimeter of your button. Once you’re happy with it, pop the backing into place.
Step 5
Use the little monsters cross stitch button as zipper fobs for a pencil case.
Step 6
Excerpted with permission from <a href="http://www.d-originals.com/irresistible-gifts-to-cross-stitch">"Irresistible Gifts to Cross Stitch: Inspired Designs and Patterns for Hand-Stitched Projects to Make and Give"</a> by Editors Of CrossStitcher Magazine and published by Design Originals.