Free Mermaid Cross-Stitch Pattern with DMC Codes
Turn ocean blues and a bright mermaid silhouette into stitches with this free printable cross-stitch pattern. Explore the DMC palette and fabric sizing, then edit the chart before PDF export.
Chart generated by StitchBitz, licensed under the StitchBitz Generated Chart License.
Source photo by Elena Ringo, licensed under CC BY 4.0.
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To stitch this design, you will need a piece of Aida fabric measuring at least 15×15 cm on 14-count Aida. The full DMC floss palette for this chart uses 16 colors:
- DMC 451
- DMC 453
- DMC 160
- DMC 518
- DMC 930
- DMC 336
- DMC 158
- DMC 939
- DMC 312
- DMC 161
- DMC 922
- DMC 3781
- DMC 3799
- DMC 543
- DMC 310
- DMC 3842
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this mermaid cross-stitch pattern suitable for beginners?
The large painted areas make it approachable for a confident beginner, although the water has several blue changes. Stitching in small colour blocks on 14-count Aida keeps the scene organised.
What DMC colors are used for the mermaid and sea?
Expect turquoise, navy, pale blue, seafoam, warm hair shades, and a few light highlights. The pattern generator supplies the exact DMC codes in the floss key.
Can I change the mermaid's colors before downloading?
Yes. Use the editable preview to inspect or alter the generated chart before exporting the PDF, especially if you prefer a different hair or sea palette.
- 83 × 83
- Grid Size
- 15×15 cm on 14-count Aida
- Fabric Size
- intermediate
- Difficulty
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