Black History Month β Cross-Stitch Patterns
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Black History Month β Cross-Stitch Patterns
When it's February in the U.S., it's Black History Month!
Black History Month is the month where we consciously and actively celebrate the accomplishments of leaders, thinkers, creatives, and trailblazers of African American descent. Although Black History Month's origins began in 1915, it became an official national event in 1976 and has been celebrated every February since. Click here to learn more about the origins of Black History Month in the United States
The U.S. isn't the only country that celebrates the achievements of Black and Brown history makers. Black History Month is also celebrated in Canada, the UK, Germany, and the Netherlands.
What You'll Get:
π₯ Instant PDF download - Start stitching your Black History Month portraits immediately
π₯ 29 influential People of Color - Complete pattern set with mini bios
π Never-before-seen accessories and backgrounds - Significant to each person's story
π³οΈ Gorgeous banner pattern in 2 styles - Create one big project with all 29 figures
π¨ Recommended floss colors - Color suggestions included
π 45-page comprehensive pattern set - 29 patterns plus color sheets
29 Influential People Included:
- Matthew Alexander Henson - Arctic explorer
- Henrietta Lacks - Medical research pioneer
- Hattie McDaniel - First African American Oscar winner
- Oscar Micheaux - Pioneering filmmaker
- Ambrose Campbell - Musician and composer
- Miriam Makeba - South African singer and activist
- Dr. Mae Jemison - First African American woman in space
- Buffy Sainte-Marie - Indigenous musician and activist
- Evonne Goolagong Cawley - Tennis champion
- Zelda Wynn Valdes - Fashion designer
- Albert Namatjira - Aboriginal artist
- Margaret Busby - Publisher and editor
- Dr. Shirley Thompson - Composer and conductor
- Phillis Wheatley - Poet
- Samuel Coleridge-Taylor - Composer
- Learie Constantine - Cricketer and activist
- Lloyd Hall - Food scientist
- Thurgood Marshall - Supreme Court Justice
- Josephine Baker - Entertainer and activist
- Jesse Owens - Olympic athlete
- Deb Haaland - First Native American Cabinet Secretary
- Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpler - First African American woman physician
- Elijah McCoy - Inventor
- Doris Miller - WWII hero
- Bass Reeves - First Black Deputy U.S. Marshal
- Bessie Coleman - First African American woman pilot
- Ilhan Omar - U.S. Representative
- Loney Gordon - Activist
- Dr. Shirley Jackson - Physicist
Perfect For:
π« Educational projects and schools
π¨π©π§π¦ Teaching kids about Black history
π Home dΓ©cor that inspires daily
π Black History Month celebrations
π Meaningful gifts celebrating diversity
π Learning about influential People of Color
Why You'll Love This Pattern Set:
In this pattern set you'll not only receive 29 patterns of 29 different influential People of Color, but a full set of never-before-seen accessories and backgrounds which are significant to each person's story. Each person is also accompanied by a mini bio which we hope will encourage you to look further into how this person has changed the world and inspire you to make your own positive changes! This pattern set also includes a gorgeous banner pattern in 2 different styles so you can create one big project that includes all 29 figures. Stitch and frame this up to take to your school, teach your kids, or simply hang up in your home to inspire you every day.
Ready to celebrate Black history in stitches? Click Add to Cart and honor these trailblazers today! π
π₯ Digital Download: This is a PDF pattern set delivered instantly after purchase. No physical items will be shipped.
π Usage Rights: This pattern is for personal use only and may not be copied, shared, or resold. It is intended solely for the purchaser.
Pattern Details:
Format: Digital PDF pattern set
Total Pages: 45 pages
Includes: 29 patterns, mini bios, accessories, backgrounds, banner patterns (2 styles), and color recommendation sheets
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Some of our books (and soon, all!) are part of our new Print on Demand program! This means the books you order will be printed and shipped from near where you live, anywhere in the world! This takes 2-3 weeks, and you can use the PDF version in the meantime βΊοΈ This makes it cheaper for our customers outside the US, and simplifies our logistics so we can keep prices low! If the closest printer to you is outside your country, any duties/customs/tariffs imposed on your order are the responsibility of the customer.
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How soon will my order arrive?
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For books in our Print on Demand program, you can expect to receive your book 2-3 weeks after placing your order. Your order is printed at and shipped from the printing facility closest to you.
For books still at our warehouse in Salt Lake City, UT, books typically ship within 1-2 business days. Orders are shipped via the method you choose at checkout, and tracking information will be available once your package hits the mail stream!
Please note: Media Mail, while the cheapest option, can take 8-10 business days to arrive, and the tracking can be spotty. It's a great, reliable option, but the tracking can't always be trusted.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes! For books in our Print on Demand program, those orders are printed at and shipped from the printing facility closest to you, significantly reducing shipping times and costs!
For books still at our warehouse in Salt Lake City, UT, international shipping can be pretty hefty, but it's an option if you'd like it!
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What's your return policy?
If you're unhappy with your order, send us an email at hello@stitchpeople.com and we'll make it right! We offer refunds on a case-by-case basis, and we're also generous with store credit and exchanges! We're pretty chill people, so as long as you're not trying to take advantage, we'll be accommodating!
Can I sell my finished portraits?
What you CAN sell
You're more than welcome to sell finished, cross-stitch pieces you've stitched using our patterns! Yes, this means you can open a shop and take commissions to stitch someone's family π If you do, we'd love a shout-out! Something like "Inspired by Stitch People" is greatβit lets people know about Stitch People without suggesting an affiliation.
What you CAN'T sell
We kindly ask that you don't sell patterns you've designed with Stitch People patterns, or based on the Stitch People style, in any form. (considered "derivative works"). That starts to encroach on our intellectual property (copyright), which is sort of the magic sauce that makes our business work. If you have questions, or would like to discuss designing Stitch People style patterns in collaboration with us, you can reach out to us at hello@stitchpeople.com.
How long will I have access to my digital products?
As long as we're in business! And we're not planning on going anywhere anytime soon! π Even if we update our website or change platforms, you'll always be able to access your digital products from your account. So whether your laptop dies, you drop your iPad in the pool, or your phone is run over by a gang of 4-year-olds on tricycles, you can always come back to your account and re-download!
All we ask is that you don't share your digital products with others who haven't purchased them!
Who's behind Stitch People?
Lizzy and Spencer Bean! Back in 2011, Lizzy saw the idea for cross-stitch portraits in a Martha Stewart Magazine, but didn't like the designs, so she made her own! That year, she made the first Stitch People portrait of her own familyβLizzy, mom, dad, husband, sister, and brother-in-law, and the combined 6 pets between them!
From there, Lizzy started taking commissions online, stitching hundreds of portraits over several years. Then in 2014, Lizzy published the 1st edition of Do-It-Yourself Stitch People book (now in it's 2nd edition!) and that started the next chapter of Stitch Peopleβdesigning patterns so other stitchers could make their own portraits!
We're still publishing patterns, many of which are collaborations with other talented stitchers! If you're interested in collaborating, send us an email to hello@stitchpeople.com!
