Cross Stitch Bookmarks

This Reading Girl Bookmark cross stitch pattern PDF is a cozy instant download for book lovers — a girl curled up reading on a tall stack of colorful books, designed as a slim bookmark to stitch and treasure (or gift to your favorite reader).

This is a digital PDF file only. No physical items will be shipped.

What You'll Receive

• Color chart with symbols
• Black & white chart with symbols (great for printing)
• Single-page chart for tablet / Pattern Keeper use
• DMC color list with thread amounts (meters and skeins)
• Finished size guide for multiple fabric counts
• Instructions page with stitching tips
• Both A4 and US Letter page formats

Pattern Details

• Stitch count: 38 x 150
• DMC colors: 20
• Strands: 2
• Stitch types: full cross stitch + backstitch outlines (backstitch in DMC 310)
• Fabric: designed for Aida 16 count (works on any count)
• Skill level: confident beginner to intermediate
• Pattern Keeper compatible ✓

Finished Size Guide

• 14-count Aida: 2.71 x 10.71 in / 6.9 x 27.2 cm
• 16-count Aida: 2.38 x 9.38 in / 6.0 x 23.8 cm
• 18-count Aida: 2.11 x 8.33 in / 5.4 x 21.2 cm

The tall, narrow shape is perfect for finishing as a bookmark — back it with felt or ribbon and add a tassel.

This Pattern Is a Great Gift For

• A book lover, bookworm, or librarian in your life
• Anyone who loves reading nooks, cozy libraries, and book stacks
• A teacher, student, or book club friend
• Yourself — a slim, satisfying project to stitch between novels

Copyright: © 2026 StitchTinyArt. This pattern is for personal use only. Please do not share, resell, or redistribute. As this is a digital file, refunds are not available — but if you have any trouble downloading, just message me and I'll help right away.