Classy, Sassy, Bad Assy - PDF Cross Stitch Pattern

Classy, Sassy, Bad Assy – PDF Cross Stitch Pattern by HugSandwich

The Classy, Sassy, Bad Assy pattern by HugSandwich is a downloadable PDF cross stitch pattern designed for stitchers who love a little attitude in their needlework. Created by independent designer B. Pratt under the HugSandwich brand, this pattern delivers a bold, fun sentiment rendered in a colorful, decorative cross stitch design. It is well-suited to beginner and intermediate stitchers alike, making it an accessible yet satisfying project from start to finish.

What Is Being Made

This pattern produces a finished cross stitch piece featuring the cheeky phrase central to the Bad Assy design. The finished stitched design measures 4.93 inches wide by 7.29 inches tall, spanning 69 × 102 stitches. It is a portrait-oriented piece ideal for framing, finishing as a hoop display, or incorporating into a handmade gift. The design has a playful, expressive character that makes it a popular choice for personal décor or as a humorous gift.

Techniques Used

The primary technique throughout this pattern is counted cross stitch, the classic embroidery method in which X-shaped stitches are placed on an even-weave fabric by counting threads or holes on the grid. Each symbol on the chart corresponds to a specific thread color, and stitchers work by following the printed grid row by row. This technique is considered highly beginner-friendly because the structured grid removes guesswork and teaches color placement and tension in a straightforward way.

• Counted cross stitch – the foundational technique used throughout the entire design
• Color blocking – multiple distinct DMC thread colors are used in defined areas, requiring careful symbol-reading from the legend
• Grid navigation – the chart is split across multiple pages with numbered columns and rows to help stitchers keep their place accurately

Stitches Used

The pattern is worked primarily in full cross stitches, the standard two-pass X stitch that forms the basis of nearly all counted cross stitch work. Each symbol in the chart grid represents one full cross stitch in the corresponding DMC floss color. The design does not appear to incorporate fractional stitches, making it especially approachable for those new to the craft.

Materials – Fabric and Thread

The pattern specifies 14-count Aida cloth as the recommended fabric. Aida is the most widely used fabric for counted cross stitch, featuring a woven grid of evenly spaced holes that guide needle placement without the need to count individual fabric threads. The 14-count designation means there are 14 stitches per inch, producing a crisp, medium-scale finished piece that is easy to work on and widely available in craft stores.

The thread palette consists entirely of DMC embroidery floss, a six-strand cotton thread that is the industry standard for cross stitch. The pattern legend specifies the following eight DMC colors:

• DMC 310 – Black
• DMC 469 – Avocado Green
• DMC 470 – Light Avocado Green
• DMC 550 – Very Dark Violet
• DMC 553 – Violet
• DMC 741 – Medium Tangerine
• DMC 743 – Medium Yellow
• DMC White – White

This rich palette of greens, purples, oranges, and neutrals gives the finished piece a vibrant, eye-catching appearance. Stitchers will need a tapestry needle (typically size 24 or 26 for 14-count Aida) to complete the project, as tapestry needles have a blunt tip that passes cleanly through Aida fabric without splitting threads.

Pattern Format and Usage Notes

The PDF pattern is available as an instant digital download from HugSandwich at www.hugsandwich.shop. The chart is presented across multiple pages with