Make a Whale Cross Stitch

This whale cross stitch is a perfect partner to "Dolphins," "Octopus," "Turtle" and "Sailboat." All are naturals for decorating the bathroom. Acrylic dispensers are easy to customize with cross stitch inserts.

And, these images are not just for little ones! I originally designed this cross stitch whale to be used as another block or square for a baby quilt. But both the whale and dolphin images, each encircled with a heart, are great ways to show your love for our planet and all the creatures that inhabit it.

When cross stitched on 11-ct, it will fit perfectly on a pocket. On 18 count, it fits on the corner of your collar. Using waste canvas allows you to put cross stitch designs on most any fabric.


Stitch complexity of whale cross stitch

Stitch Count: 21 high x 23 wide


Fabric and finished design sizes

9 Evenweave/Aida 2 1/2"h x 2 3/8"w (also for 18ct over 2 threads)
11 Evenweave/Aida 2 1/8"h x 1 7/8"w
14 Evenweave/Aida 1 5/8"h x 1 1/2"w
18 Evenweave/Aida (over 2 threads) 2 1/2"h x 2 3/8"w

For other Fabric and Finished Design Sizes, let our handy stitch count table do the calculations for you.


Click here for a printable Whale chart with instructions, stitch count and floss numbers. A new window will open so you can continue browsing here.

You can print all three pages of the file or just the pages you wish.



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