{"id":2634,"date":"2026-10-14T21:17:31","date_gmt":"2026-10-14T21:17:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.xstitchpattern.com\/?p=2634"},"modified":"2026-10-18T15:29:02","modified_gmt":"2026-10-18T15:29:02","slug":"free-cross-stitch-charts-cloud-teacup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.xstitchpattern.com\/fr\/free-cross-stitch-charts-cloud-teacup\/","title":{"rendered":"Free Cross Stitch Charts: Rain Cloud and Teacup Motifs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These free cross stitch charts include a rain cloud and a steaming teacup, each on a 16 \u00d7 16-square grid. The original symbol charts and color keys are visible below with no signup required. Print a working copy or read the grids on screen, then use the instructions to plan the fabric and finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"practical-plan\">Set up a readable working chart before the first stitch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Treat the numbered grid as the instructions and any editorial image as illustration. One marked square represents one full cross; an empty square or background dot is left unstitched. Read each chart&#8217;s own key before selecting the cotton. Suggested color names let you use your stash, but they are not a tested list of DMC-number substitutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Print preview matters more than printing the whole article at once. Select the pages containing the grid and key, check that every column is visible, and keep the last row with the rest of its chart. The printed square size does not determine the embroidery size: the number of chart squares and your fabric count do. If the grid is cramped, adjust print scale or orientation until the symbols are clear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A 16-square chart area measures approximately 1.14 inches on 14-count Aida, 1 inch on 16-count and 0.89 inches on 18-count. Those are grid dimensions, including blank squares, rather than cut-cloth dimensions. Add gripping and mounting allowance for your chosen finish before cutting. Use the <a href=\"\/cross-stitch-size-calculator-fabric-guide\/\">fabric-size calculation guide<\/a> if you want to plan a different count.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mark completed stitches on a separate working copy and keep the original key readable. If you lose your place, count back from a checked row or center reference rather than the edge of a photograph. After these motifs, try the <a href=\"\/free-cross-stitch-charts-gift-tags\/\">leaf and acorn charts<\/a> or the <a href=\"\/free-cross-stitch-bookmark-patterns\/\">free bookmark charts<\/a>. DMC&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dmc.com\/GB\/en-GB\/explore-cross-stitch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cross stitch overview<\/a> provides a useful introduction to counted fabric and the basic stitch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.xstitchpattern.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/free-charts-cloud-teacup-materials.webp\" alt=\"Blank Aida hoop with blue cotton, a teacup and cloud-shaped pincushion\" class=\"wp-image-2742\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.xstitchpattern.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/free-charts-cloud-teacup-materials.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.xstitchpattern.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/free-charts-cloud-teacup-materials-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.xstitchpattern.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/free-charts-cloud-teacup-materials-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.xstitchpattern.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/free-charts-cloud-teacup-materials-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.xstitchpattern.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/free-charts-cloud-teacup-materials-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.xstitchpattern.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/free-charts-cloud-teacup-materials-500x333.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.xstitchpattern.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/free-charts-cloud-teacup-materials-600x400.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">AI-generated editorial illustration; not a stitch-accurate chart or a test-stitched sample. Follow the written instructions and, where provided, the symbol grids.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<nav aria-label=\"In this guide\"><strong>In this guide<\/strong><ol><li><a href=\"#topic-1\">What you need before you begin<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#topic-2\">Your two original symbol charts<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#topic-3\">Calculate the fabric area separately from the motif<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#topic-4\">Stitch the rain cloud<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#topic-5\">Stitch the teacup<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#topic-6\">Print a usable working copy<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#topic-7\">Turn a small finish into a useful gift<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#topic-8\">Chart notes and common questions<\/a><\/li><\/ol><\/nav>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"topic-1\"><span id=\"guide-section-1\"><\/span>What you need before you begin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use a scrap of Aida large enough for the chart area plus the margins needed to hold and finish it, stranded cotton, a suitable tapestry needle and small scissors. Two strands of cotton on 14-count Aida are a reasonable starting point for a coverage test; use the combination that suits your fabric and finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep the thread labels or write down your chosen colors. The color suggestions below describe the intended look, but the symbols do not depend on a particular brand. You can use one color for a monochrome version as long as you continue to count from the original grid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"topic-2\"><span id=\"guide-section-2\"><\/span>Your two original symbol charts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each letter or symbol occupies one fabric square and represents one full cross. A dot is unstitched fabric. Read the row numbers down the left and the column numbers across the top. The center of the complete chart area lies between rows 8 and 9 and between columns 8 and 9.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep the blank squares in your working copy; they help preserve spacing. The chart area is 16 \u00d7 16, but the stitched shape occupies less space. The photographs illustrate stitching materials and technique; use the grids below for these two motifs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>.xsp-original-chart{break-inside:avoid;margin:28px 0}.xsp-original-chart .xsp-chart-scroll{overflow-x:auto;max-width:100%}.xsp-original-chart table{border-collapse:collapse;table-layout:fixed;width:408px!important;max-width:none}.xsp-original-chart table th,.xsp-original-chart table td{height:24px!important;width:24px!important;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0!important;white-space:nowrap;text-align:center;font:12px\/22px monospace!important;color:#183b32;background:#fff;border:1px solid #a5b4aa}.xsp-original-chart table th{font-weight:700;background:#edf3ee}.xsp-original-chart tr>:nth-child(5n+1):not(:first-child){border-right:2px solid #344d42}.xsp-original-chart tbody tr:nth-child(5n)>*{border-bottom:2px solid #344d42}.xsp-original-chart caption{font:600 14px\/1.5 sans-serif;color:#183b32;text-align:left;margin-bottom:8px}<\/style><section class=\"xsp-original-chart\"><h3>Rain cloud symbol chart<\/h3><div class=\"xsp-chart-scroll\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Rain cloud printable symbol grid\" tabindex=\"0\"><table><caption>Rain cloud \u2014 original 16 \u00d7 16 XStitchPattern chart<\/caption><thead><tr><th scope=\"col\">r\/c<\/th><th scope=\"col\">1<\/th><th scope=\"col\">2<\/th><th scope=\"col\">3<\/th><th scope=\"col\">4<\/th><th scope=\"col\">5<\/th><th scope=\"col\">6<\/th><th scope=\"col\">7<\/th><th scope=\"col\">8<\/th><th scope=\"col\">9<\/th><th scope=\"col\">10<\/th><th scope=\"col\">11<\/th><th scope=\"col\">12<\/th><th scope=\"col\">13<\/th><th scope=\"col\">14<\/th><th scope=\"col\">15<\/th><th scope=\"col\">16<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><th scope=\"row\">1<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">2<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">3<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">4<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">5<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">6<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">7<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">8<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">9<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">10<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">11<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>o<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>o<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>o<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">12<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>o<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>o<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>o<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">13<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">14<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">15<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">16<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><p><strong>Key:<\/strong> <strong>X<\/strong> = Cloud \u2014 medium gray cotton (68 crosses); <strong>o<\/strong> = Rain \u2014 blue cotton (6 crosses). <strong>\u00b7<\/strong> = leave the fabric unstitched. Full crosses only; no backstitch or fractional stitches.<\/p><\/section>\n\n\n\n<style>.xsp-original-chart{break-inside:avoid;margin:28px 0}.xsp-original-chart .xsp-chart-scroll{overflow-x:auto;max-width:100%}.xsp-original-chart table{border-collapse:collapse;table-layout:fixed;width:408px!important;max-width:none}.xsp-original-chart table th,.xsp-original-chart table td{height:24px!important;width:24px!important;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0!important;white-space:nowrap;text-align:center;font:12px\/22px monospace!important;color:#183b32;background:#fff;border:1px solid #a5b4aa}.xsp-original-chart table th{font-weight:700;background:#edf3ee}.xsp-original-chart tr>:nth-child(5n+1):not(:first-child){border-right:2px solid #344d42}.xsp-original-chart tbody tr:nth-child(5n)>*{border-bottom:2px solid #344d42}.xsp-original-chart caption{font:600 14px\/1.5 sans-serif;color:#183b32;text-align:left;margin-bottom:8px}<\/style><section class=\"xsp-original-chart\"><h3>Teacup symbol chart<\/h3><div class=\"xsp-chart-scroll\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Teacup printable symbol grid\" tabindex=\"0\"><table><caption>Teacup \u2014 original 16 \u00d7 16 XStitchPattern chart<\/caption><thead><tr><th scope=\"col\">r\/c<\/th><th scope=\"col\">1<\/th><th scope=\"col\">2<\/th><th scope=\"col\">3<\/th><th scope=\"col\">4<\/th><th scope=\"col\">5<\/th><th scope=\"col\">6<\/th><th scope=\"col\">7<\/th><th scope=\"col\">8<\/th><th scope=\"col\">9<\/th><th scope=\"col\">10<\/th><th scope=\"col\">11<\/th><th scope=\"col\">12<\/th><th scope=\"col\">13<\/th><th scope=\"col\">14<\/th><th scope=\"col\">15<\/th><th scope=\"col\">16<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><th scope=\"row\">1<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">2<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>o<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>o<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">3<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>o<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>o<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">4<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>o<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>o<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">5<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">6<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">7<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">8<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">9<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">10<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">11<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">12<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>X<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">13<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">14<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">15<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">16<\/th><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><td>\u00b7<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><p><strong>Key:<\/strong> <strong>X<\/strong> = Cup, handle and saucer \u2014 blue cotton (38 crosses); <strong>o<\/strong> = Steam \u2014 gray cotton (6 crosses). <strong>\u00b7<\/strong> = leave the fabric unstitched. Full crosses only; no backstitch or fractional stitches.<\/p><\/section>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"topic-3\"><span id=\"guide-section-3\"><\/span>Calculate the fabric area separately from the motif<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On 14-count Aida, the 16-square chart area measures approximately 1.14 inches, or 2.90 cm, in each direction. On 16-count, it measures 1 inch, or 2.54 cm. On 18-count, it measures about 0.89 inches, or 2.26 cm. These measurements do not include holding or finishing margins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a small mounted card, decide the visible opening first and keep enough surrounding cloth to secure the fabric. For a hoop, leave the larger margin your finishing method needs. Our <a href=\"\/cross-stitch-size-calculator-fabric-guide\/\">fabric size guide<\/a> explains why the stitched area and fabric cutting size are different measurements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.xstitchpattern.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Cross-stitch-needle-and-Aida-grid-detail.jpg\" alt=\"Needle resting across colorful cross stitches and the open grid of white Aida\" class=\"wp-image-2629\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.xstitchpattern.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Cross-stitch-needle-and-Aida-grid-detail.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.xstitchpattern.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Cross-stitch-needle-and-Aida-grid-detail-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.xstitchpattern.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Cross-stitch-needle-and-Aida-grid-detail-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.xstitchpattern.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Cross-stitch-needle-and-Aida-grid-detail-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.xstitchpattern.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Cross-stitch-needle-and-Aida-grid-detail-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/www.xstitchpattern.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Cross-stitch-needle-and-Aida-grid-detail-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.xstitchpattern.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Cross-stitch-needle-and-Aida-grid-detail-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Needle resting across colorful cross stitches and the open grid of white Aida. Photograph by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@liszha\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lisette Harzing<\/a> on Unsplash.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"topic-4\">Stitch the rain cloud<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choose a medium gray or another clearly visible shade for X, and a blue for o. Work the main cloud shape first, checking its left and right edges against the chart. Then count the position of each rain mark from the completed cloud rather than estimating the gap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">End a thread before a long jump across the unstitched background. A dark carry can show through pale Aida, especially after mounting. Keep the top legs of your crosses facing the same direction, and check the back before moving on to the next small group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"topic-5\">Stitch the teacup<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use X for the cup, handle and saucer, and o for the steam. A blue cup with gray steam is one possible palette; warm brown and cream can work too if both shades remain readable against the fabric. Test pale steam on your chosen cloth before stitching the whole design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The handle and the space inside the cup are part of the counted shape. Leave the dots blank rather than filling them with white thread. Check the handle against the neighboring cup edge before securing the final tail, because a one-square shift is noticeable in a small motif.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"topic-6\">Print a usable working copy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open your browser&#8217;s print preview and select the pages containing the grids and keys. Make sure every row and column is visible and the symbols are readable. The printed grid is a counting aid, not a template to trace onto the fabric, so its physical square size does not determine the stitched size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your printer cuts a chart at the edge, reduce the print scale or use landscape orientation. Keep the legend with the chart. For help tracking symbols, read our <a href=\"\/how-to-read-a-cross-stitch-pdf-pattern-symbols-colour-keys-and-pages\/\">chart reading guide<\/a>; the same counting principles apply to these browser-printable grids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"topic-7\">Turn a small finish into a useful gift<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Try the teacup on a card for a tea-loving friend, or use the cloud in a small weather-themed collection. Mount only after you have checked the outline and secured the ends. Our <a href=\"\/mini-cross-stitch-patterns-cards\/\">mini card mounting guide<\/a> explains how to size an aperture around a small motif.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want a botanical alternative, use the <a href=\"\/free-cross-stitch-charts-gift-tags\/\">free leaf and acorn charts<\/a>. You can also find longer narrow designs in our existing <a href=\"\/free-cross-stitch-bookmark-patterns\/\">free bookmark patterns<\/a> article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"topic-8\"><span id=\"guide-section-4\"><\/span>Chart notes and common questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are these charts free to use?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, for personal stitching and handmade gifts. Please link to this page rather than reselling or redistributing the charts. They are original XStitchPattern motifs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do I need backstitch or fractional stitches?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. Every marked square is one full cross. DMC&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dmc.com\/CA\/en\/explore-cross-stitch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cross stitch introduction<\/a> explains the basic counted stitch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I make them larger?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A lower Aida count makes the same grid physically larger. Enlarging the printed chart alone does not change the finished stitching size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><small>Cover illustration generated with AI. In-article photograph: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@liszha\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lisette Harzing<\/a>, used under the <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/license\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Unsplash License<\/a>.<\/small><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"choose-a-finish-before-cutting\">Choose a finish before cutting<\/h2><p>The 16 \u00d7 16-square chart area is only the counted design space. Keep additional fabric outside it for holding, edge protection and mounting. A card aperture, hoop and keyring insert each need a different allowance. Make a paper template of the visible window, then check the chart against it before trimming your stitched fabric.<\/p><p>For planning help, compare <a href=\"\/small-cross-stitch-designs-size-complexity\/\">small designs by size and complexity<\/a> or read the <a href=\"\/tiny-cross-stitch-patterns-keyring-inserts\/\">tiny keyring insert guide<\/a>. For another one-color practice motif, try our <a href=\"\/easy-cat-cross-stitch-patterns-silhouette\/\">free cat silhouette grid<\/a>. Use the symbol charts on these pages as the actual instructions; editorial illustrations are not stitch-accurate substitutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Browse more <a href=\"\/news\/\">cross stitch guides<\/a> for your next project.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Stitch a rain cloud and teacup with two free cross stitch charts. 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