









The Creation of Adam Cross Stitch Pattern, Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione
The deal
Most popularPrintable PDF pattern, 42 DMC colours$7.99
- 76-page printable PDF
- Symbol chart and full colour chart
- Thread key with DMC numbers and skein counts
- Page map and getting-started guide
About this deal
Stitch The Creation of Adam by Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione (c. 1645/50). This counted cross stitch pattern recreates the painting in 42 DMC thread colours, based on the public-domain original at The Art Institute of Chicago.
The design is 236 × 350 stitches, about 16.9 × 25.0 inches on 14-count Aida (14.8 × 21.9 in on 16-count, 13.1 × 19.4 in on 18-count). It is a detailed, full-coverage design in full cross stitches only, with no backstitch or fractional stitches, made for stitchers who enjoy a rewarding long project.
The pattern comes as one printable PDF: a black-and-white symbol chart for printing at home, a full colour chart, a thread key with DMC numbers, stitch counts and skeins needed, a page map, and a short guide to getting started. Source artwork: The Art Institute of Chicago object 105073.
Technical details
How it works
Questions
About this dealHow big is the finished piece?
236 × 350 stitches, about 16.9 × 25.0 inches on 14-count Aida (14.8 × 21.9 in on 16-count, 13.1 × 19.4 in on 18-count).
About this dealWhich threads do I need?
42 colours of DMC stranded cotton. The thread key lists every DMC number, how many stitches each colour has, and how many skeins to buy.
About this dealIs it suitable for beginners?
It uses full cross stitches only, with no backstitch or fractional stitches. It is a large, detailed full-coverage piece with many colours, so it suits stitchers with some experience or a patient beginner who wants a long project.
About this dealAre fabric and threads included?
No. This is a digital PDF pattern. You buy the Aida fabric and DMC threads separately.
About this dealDo I need a machine?
No. Cross stitch is done by hand with a needle, embroidery thread and Aida fabric.
About this dealCan I sell what I stitch?
Yes, you may sell or gift the finished piece. Please don't share or resell the pattern itself.
The fine print
- Digital download: a PDF pattern. Fabric and threads are not included.
- For personal use. You may stitch and sell or gift the finished piece, but please don't share or resell the pattern.
- Colours on screen may look slightly different from real threads.
Disclosures: Made from a public-domain painting (The Art Institute of Chicago, CC0). Not affiliated with or endorsed by any museum or artist. Not made with AI. Digital download, nothing is shipped. Colours may vary slightly. All sales are final once the file is downloaded. All disclosures
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