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🖤 Gothic Skeleton Santa – “’Twas the Night Before Christmas” Cross Stitch Pattern (PDF Download)
Step into a darker, hauntingly festive Christmas Eve with this gothic cross stitch pattern featuring a skeleton Santa/Grim Reaper hybrid wandering through a snowy village with lantern in hand. Mysterious, atmospheric, and richly stylised, this piece is perfect for stitchers who crave alternative holiday décor with a macabre twist.
The design includes a dramatic border of holly, berries, skulls, and Victorian-inspired filigree, all stitched on black Aida to bring out the glowing lantern, falling snow, and eerie nighttime setting. It’s instantly eye-catching and looks incredible framed for gothic Christmas displays, gallery walls, or dark holiday gifts.
✨ WHAT’S INCLUDED
You will receive a high-quality digital PDF containing:
• Full-colour chart
• Black & white symbol chart
• DMC floss list
• Stitch count + size guide
• Printable pages compatible with GoodNotes, Xodo, and standard PDF readers
🧵 PATTERN DETAILS
• Fabric: created for 14 count black Aida but can be made on any count size
• Theme: Gothic Christmas, Skeleton Santa, Grim Reaper Holiday, Macabre Christmas Eve
• Skill Level: Confident beginner to advanced beginner
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Perfect For:
• Dark Christmas décor
• Gothic winter art displays
• Alternative holiday gifts
• Fans of spooky vintage illustrations and medieval vibes
🎄 WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS DESIGN
This piece is perfect if you love:
• Gothic takes on classic Christmas imagery
• Skeletons, skulls, dark folklore, and macabre iconography
• Black Aida patterns with striking contrast
• Victorian/medieval art styles
• Unique holiday décor guests have never seen before
It pairs beautifully with the rest of The Gilded Moth’s gothic Christmas collection for a cohesive seasonal gallery wall.
📥 INSTANT DIGITAL DOWNLOAD
This is a PDF pattern only — no physical product will be shipped. Downloads are available immediately after purchase.
📌 IMPORTANT NOTES
• For personal use only.
• You may sell finished stitched pieces; however, the pattern may not be copied, shared, or resold.
• Works with standard PDF readers (GoodNotes, Xodo, etc.)
🖤 THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING THE GILDED MOTH
Your support keeps this gothic art alive. If you stitch this piece, tag @GildedMothPatterns on Instagram or TikTok — I’d love to feature your work!
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$6.99