Bayeux Tapestry Cross Stitch Digital Pattern: William’s Fleet Crossing the Channel

Looking for a stitching challenge? This extra-large cross stitch pattern shows William the Conqueror’s fleet crossing the English Channel in September 1066 prior to the Battle of Hastings, as seen in the magnificent Bayeux Tapestry. From shore to shore, this pattern includes the entire scene and all its wonderful details. A very rewarding endeavor for fans of medieval art, naval history, and Anglo-Scandinavian design, and for experienced stitchers with an adventurous spirit. WHAT YOU GET: 4 PDF files for instant download that include Three versions of the pattern: colors + symbols, symbols in B&W + back stitches in color, PATTERN KEEPER compatible version (no backstitch) DMC and Anchor thread color chart Recommendations for fabric, thread, and needle Tips for finishing and/or 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: 1885 wide x 190 high Number of thread colors: 6 Number of skeins needed: 75 FINISHED SIZE 14 ct Aida: 11'3” x 13.6” (343 cm x 34.5 cm) 16 ct Aida: 9'10” x 12” (300 cm x 30.2 cm) 18 ct Aida: 8'9” x 10.6” (266 cm x 26.8 cm) 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.