Bayeux Tapestry Cross Stitch Digital Pattern: William the Conqueror’s Ship

Commemorate William the Conqueror’s fleet crossing the English Channel in September 1066 with this colorful cross stitch pattern of his personal ship, the Mora, as seen in the Bayeux Tapestry. Recreated in detail, this pattern captures the unique details of William’s ship that conveyed his royal ambitions to the earliest viewers of the tapestry. A perfect project for fans of medieval art, naval history, and Anglo-Scandinavian design. WHAT YOU GET: 2 PDF files for instant download that include Four versions of the pattern: colors + symbols, symbols in B&W + back stitches in color (x2), PATTERN KEEPER compatible version (no backstitch) DMC and Anchor thread color chart Recommendations for fabric, thread, and needle Tips for finishing and framing Photographs of finished piece for reference Historical information about the design PATTERN DETAILS Recommended for experienced stitchers Stitches used: full cross stitch, back stitch/stem stitch Stitch count: 224 wide x 195 high Number of thread colors: 4 Number of skeins needed: 9 FINISHED SIZE 14 ct Aida: 16” x 14” (40.5cm x 35.5cm) 16 ct Aida: 14” x 12.2” (35.5cm x 31cm) 18 ct Aida: 12.5” x 10.8” (31.5cm x 27.5cm) ADDITIONAL INFO This item is a digital file (PDF) for instant download of a cross stitch pattern. No physical product will be shipped to you. You will need a PDF reader to view and print this pattern. All PDF patterns and designs by Stitchable History are for personal use only. They may not be reproduced, edited, resold, published, or transmitted in any manner without express permission. The model piece was stitched on 18 ct. Aida cloth using two strands of DMC floss over one. Every monitor and printer is calibrated differently, so the color of your finished work may differ slightly from the photographs seen here.