Some Christmas decorations come out of a box each year. Others become part of the family. The Father Stitchmas Doll Pattern by Abbey Lane Quilts creates a charming 23-inch Christmas figure destined to become a treasured part of your holiday traditions. Dressed in his quilted coat and carrying a tiny reindeer companion, Father Stitchmas brings warmth, personality and a touch of handmade magic to your Christmas decorating. Standing an impressive 23 inches tall, he's large enough to make a beautiful statement on a mantel, hall table, sideboard or sewing room shelf. With his gentle expression and thoughtful details, he feels less like a decoration and more like a character who returns each December to welcome in the festive season. One of the joys of making Father Stitchmas is the opportunity to personalise him. Add your favourite trims, buttons, embellishments and festive fabrics to create a figure that reflects your own style and Christmas memories. Why You'll Love Making Father Stitchmas Creates a beautiful 23-inch Christmas figure A meaningful holiday heirloom project Perfect for showcasing favourite festive fabrics Plenty of opportunities for personal embellishment Suitable for confident beginners and experienced makers Becomes a cherished decoration year after year A wonderful project for holiday sewing More Than a Decoration Father Stitchmas is the kind of project that becomes part of your family's Christmas story. Make one for your own home and bring him out each year as part of your decorating tradition. Stitch one as a heartfelt gift for a daughter, grandchild or loved one. Some makers even create a Father Stitchmas for each child as they leave home, giving them a handmade piece of Christmas to carry into their own family traditions. Years from now, nobody will remember how long he took to sew. They'll remember that he's always been there. Techniques Included Machine piecing Appliqué Decorative embellishment Basic doll construction Skill Level Confident Beginner to Intermediate Pattern Details Designer: Abbey Lane QuiltsPattern Type: Printed Paper PatternFinished Size: 23 inches tallProject Type: Seasonal Decorative DollTechniques: Machine Piecing, Appliqué and Embellishment A Christmas Tradition in the Making Some projects are finished when the last stitch is sewn. Father Stitchmas is just getting started. Create him once and enjoy bringing him back into your home every Christmas season for years to come.
