Cross stitch pattern pdf of 10 STD (STI) microbes (including 2 human gametes)
Now available as an instant download! :D
---The Story---
This is NOT a finished cross stitch. For finished versions (a few of which are also pictured here), see the Microbes section of my shop. If the STD you're looking for is not up in the shop yet, convo me! There's also a kit including 6 STDs in the Cross Stitch Kits section of my shop if you need materials.
This listing is for a PDF pattern for 8 different sexually transmitted disease microbes, plus ovum and sperm. They are intermediate to advanced level patterns, but each can be finished easily in an afternoon.
This set of microbe cross stitches includes the following: Ovum, Sperm, Herpes, Trichomonas vaginalis (trichomoniasis), Gonorrhea, HIV, Syphilis, Chlamydia, HPV, and Bacterial Vaginosis.
Each microbe fits in a 3" round embroidery hoop, or the whole shebang can be done to fit in an 8x10 sampler.
All microbes include some filler stitches, and several include French knots and/or randomly placed stitches indicated in the patterning by representative random stitches. These are of varying difficulty, but because of the filler stitches they are best for intermediate to advanced cross stitchers.
The other patterns pictured can also be found in my shop (but are not included in this listing): Microbe Common sets 1, 2 and 3.
---The Deets---
*WHAT YOU WILL NEED: To complete these patterns, you will need knowledge of basic cross stitch, back-stitching, half stitches and filler stitches as well as French knots (in several cases). The completed stitches will each fit in a 3" round embroidery hoop, or all together in an 8x10 sampler, when stitched on 14 count Aida cloth.
This is an intermediate-advanced pattern set. If you're a beginning cross-stitcher, you may want to start with one of the many awesome beginner level patterns available in my shop or here on Etsy.
*WHAT YOU WILL GET: You will NOT receive a physical product. The pattern (including a multi-page and single page version of the pdf files, for both a detailed view and an "overview") and pattern image can be downloaded as soon as your payment has gone through, here on Etsy. Please let me know if you have any trouble opening or viewing the files!
The pattern includes a color legend for DMC embroidery floss.
*HOW YOU WILL GET IT: You will NOT receive a physical product. You will be able to download the files to your computer as soon as payment clears. Etsy will send you an email with a link where you can download your files.
If you would like a kit containing the materials needed to complete any one (or more) of these stitches, there is a kit of 6 STDs (to fit in a 5x7 frame) or individual kits available in my shop. Check out the Cross Stitch Kits section for those.
Because of the nature of this product, no refunds can be issued after the pattern has been downloaded, but let me know if you have any trouble opening or viewing the files!
Any questions? Convo me! I'm happy to answer questions and very happy to get feedback that can help me improve my products. : )
---The Links---
Want to stitch up some STDs, but don't have the materials? Here's a kit including all you'll need to stitch 6 common STDs to fit in a 5x7 frame (twice!): https://www.etsy.com/listing/157049843/cross-stitch-kit-stds-6-sexually
You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader in order to open the file, which you can download for free here: http://get.adobe.com/reader/
To learn basic cross stitch, you may like to take a look at this video from Yarn Tree that teaches "Cross Stitch in 5 minutes": http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mr_LfGr1v0E
If you'd like to buy the finished version of these stitches, check out the Microbes and Germs section of my shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/aliciawatkins?section_id=11480156
For three at a time, check out this listing: https://www.etsy.com/listing/101075677/3-microbes-cross-stitch-set-instant
Back to the patterns section: http://www.etsy.com/shop/aliciawatkins?section_id=11122251
Back to the shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/aliciawatkins
---The Legal Stuff---
These designs are copyright Alicia Watkins 2012. You may stitch them yourself and give the finished products as a gift, but please do not share, distribute, or re-sell the pattern, and do not sell the finished product for profit.
Please do not pin my photos or products without permission.
I'd love to see 'em when you're done! :D