A jolly Santa is filling a stocking in front of a cheery fire with an open bag that overflows with toys. This is a classic holiday scene designed by Donna Vermillion Giampa for cross stitch. This is a pattern not a finished project.

This cross-stitch pattern is highly detailed and uses blended threads to accentuate those details. I believe a curious intermediate stitcher would be able to complete this design. The French Knots could be substituted with beads.

Suggested Floss: DMC
Stitch Count: 188 Wide x 212 Tall
Recommended Fabric: 28ct. Charles Craft Black Monaco
Stitches Used: 1/4 stitch, cross-stitch, back stitch, and french knots

Neither my mom or has stitched this project and it just sits in our collection. I think it's time Santa's Fireplace finds a new owner that is looking to create a family holiday heirloom. Thank you for looking and happy shopping!