Cross Stitch Reading Tracker Pattern, 26 Books PDF

A bookshelf reading tracker cross stitch pattern for 26 books a year, a gentle pace of one book every two weeks. 120 x 190 stitches across 38 DMC shades, ideal for the 26 in 26 reading challenge.

Stitch the bookshelf and all 26 book outlines first, then fill in one spine each time you finish a book. Use the included keys to track by genre or star rating, or design your own categories on the blank key page. A low-pressure way to track your reading that still gives you a finished piece worth displaying.

Pattern Details

• Stitch area: 120 x 190 stitches
• Total stitches: 3,553 cross stitch, 2,429 backstitch, 1 French knot
• Colours: 38 DMC shades
• Stitches: full cross stitch with backstitch outlining
• Skill level: confident beginner and up (lots of backstitch outlining, clear repetitive shapes)

Finished Sizes

• 14 ct: 19.0 x 34.1 cm (7.5 x 13.4 in) — example with ornaments
• 16 ct: 16.6 x 29.8 cm (6.5 x 11.7 in)
• 18 ct: 14.8 x 26.5 cm (5.8 x 10.4 in)
• 20 ct: 13.3 x 23.9 cm (5.2 x 9.4 in)
• 22 ct: 12.1 x 21.7 cm (4.8 x 8.5 in)

What You Can Track

• 26 books read (a gentle pace, one every two weeks)
• Track by genre or by star rating, or combine them
• Mark DNFs if you want to
• Use the blank key page to create your own categories

Your Download Includes

Chart pack

• Bookshelf reading tracker chart (26 book shapes)
• A bonus chart of stitchable ornaments: plants, mugs, a sleeping cat, a candle, a little rocket, framed art, glasses, a globe, and more, to scatter around your bookshelf or arrange on a little table. Make the shelf your own.
• Genre colour key (DMC suggestions)
• Star rating key (1 to 5, plus "So good it defies rating" and DNF)
• Blank key page (make your own categories)
• Reading log page (record titles now, stitch later if you like)
• Bonus: our popular Tiny Alphabet chart for customising your shelf

Chart styles

• Symbols on Colour chart (coloured cells with symbols)
• Symbols chart (black and white, for economical printing)
• Coloured Symbols chart (coloured symbols on white)

Also included

• Full DMC thread list and colour key
• Page map to assemble your chart
• Floss and fabric quantities
• Pattern Keeper compatible file

Perfect For

• 26 in 26 readers (one book every two weeks)
• Readers getting back into a steady reading habit
• Book club readers who want a keepsake of the year
• Stitchers who love projects that are satisfying but not huge
• A thoughtful gift for a book lover who also cross stitches

Other Sizes Available

• 12-book version
• 52-book version
• 100-book version

Terms

• Digital download only. Nothing physical will be shipped.
• No refunds on digital purchases. If you have any issues with the files, message us and we'll sort it out.
• For personal use. You're welcome to sell or gift finished pieces you stitch from this pattern, with a credit to Lost in Cross Stitch if you list them for sale.
• The pattern files and listing images remain our copyright and cannot be resold, redistributed, or shared.