Welcome to a new month and a brand-new pattern designed to bring a sense of calm and catharsis to your crafting. After a demanding 2021, many of us are feeling a little worn down, and you are certainly not alone. This latest cross stitch pattern is thoughtfully created for those who need a peaceful, needle-poking project to unwind and find their center.

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As I’ve mentioned previously, particularly in the sloth pattern post, I typically shy away from creating patterns that incorporate text. My preference is usually to empower you, our creative community, to personalize your projects with your own witty puns and unique messages. However, this particular design felt inherently right. The sentiment, “Y’all Need to Chill,” resonated deeply, especially as we navigate the start of a new year. So, while I don’t anticipate this becoming a regular habit, when the mood perfectly aligns with a message, why not embrace it?
Get a sneak peek at our upcoming designs! Below is a video showcasing all 12 of our new 2023 cross stitch pattern releases. You can receive one new pattern release per month directly in your inbox as an Ugly Duckling House email subscriber, complete with a special password for access.
A video preview of the 2023 collection is available in our library, offering a glimpse into the exciting designs awaiting you this year!
January always holds a special place in our pattern release schedule. It typically marks the culmination of an entire year’s worth of new patterns, as I strive to complete them all by December. I’ve been diligently working on the 2022 releases for the past month or so, and I’m incredibly excited for you to see them! You can catch a sneak preview of these delightful designs in the video mentioned above or by simply visiting our comprehensive pattern library.
Beyond the new designs, we’ve also dedicated time to enhance your experience. These pattern pages have undergone a thoughtful redesign to ensure greater consistency and to provide better links for sourcing your essential cross stitch supplies. We’ve captured fresh backgrounds for our mockups to inspire your projects even further. These improvements are also in preparation for the imminent launch of our highly anticipated membership program, which is just a month or so away!
With our 2019 patterns now safely housed in the exclusive membership vault, our focus has been on meticulously organizing all our designs, ensuring they are perfectly ready to inspire your next crafting adventure this year. We always love hearing from you, so please don’t hesitate to share your ideas and suggestions in the comments below β what patterns would you love to see in the future? Now, let’s delve into the specifics of this month’s featured pattern!
About this βChillβ Polar Bear Cross Stitch Pattern
New year, new stitch. Same old attitude: calm, cool, and collected.
- Designed for 14 count Aida fabric
- Utilizes full counted cross stitches only for simplicity and clarity
- Requires just 4 essential DMC floss colors
- Approximate finished size: 8 inches x 5.7 inches (20.3 cm x 13.5 cm)
- Total stitch count: 112 x 80 stitches

Frequently Used Cross Stitch Supplies
- Embroidery Hoops: Essential for keeping your fabric taut and your stitches even.
- Needles: Specifically tapestry needles with blunt tips to easily glide through Aida fabric without splitting threads.
- DMC Embroidery Floss: Known for its quality and wide range of vibrant colors, perfect for cross stitch projects.
- Aida Cloth: The foundational fabric for most cross stitch designs, available in various counts.
- Needle Minder: A magnetic helper to keep your needle safe and secure when not actively stitching. (Or you can DIY your own!)
- Threader: A handy tool for easily threading your needle, especially useful for smaller eye needles.
- Thimble: Protects your finger from repetitive needle pushes, making long stitching sessions more comfortable.
- Magnifying Glass: Invaluable for seeing intricate details and small stitches, reducing eye strain.
- Stitch Scissors: Small, sharp scissors specifically designed for precise thread cutting.
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P.S. For those eager to learn more about our upcoming membership, we’re thrilled to confirm that it will offer both flexible monthly and convenient lifetime membership options. Our program is designed to deliver fresh inspiration through exciting bulk releases β imagine an entire “theme” of patterns, like vibrant neon signs, all dropped in curated batches for your stitching pleasure! If this sounds like the perfect way to elevate your crafting journey, be sure to look for mentions of our membership program below and sign up for the waitlist to secure some exclusive early bird pricing!
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