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Traceable Stitch People Character Templates— for Pattern Design

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$20 $40 In stock

Category: Resources

⏱️ Save Time & Design with Confidence!

For anyone who designs their Stitch People portrait patterns by hand, these Traceable Character Templates are game-changers! Cut down on the time it takes to draw each character by hand and brainstorm character layouts quickly and accurately with these durable acrylic templates.

These color-coded templates fit perfectly on size 7 graph paper (2x the size of size 14 Aida fabric), making it easy to plan your portraits before you stitch. Whether you're designing a family portrait, adding pets, or creating custom scenes, these templates streamline your creative process.

📦 What's Included:
  • 2 Adult-Sized Character Templates (green acrylic)
  • 14 Child-Teenage Sized Character Templates (magenta, yellow, and cyan - color-coded to match the 2nd Edition of "Do-It-Yourself Stitch People")
  • 1 Generic Cat Template (orange acrylic)
  • 1 Generic Dog Template (orange acrylic)
  • 1 Long Straight Edge (50 squares wide, clear acrylic)
  • 1 Short Ruler (10 squares wide, clear acrylic)
  • 5x7 Zip-Up Stitch People Pouch - Keep your templates organized and protected
🎯 Perfect For:
  • Hand-designing custom Stitch People portraits
  • Brainstorming character layouts and compositions
  • Planning family portraits with multiple characters
  • Speeding up the design process
  • Creating consistent character proportions
  • Designing with pets (cats and dogs)
  • Working with the "Do-It-Yourself Stitch People" book
✨ Key Features:
  • 🎨 Color-Coded System: Different colors for adults, children, and pets for easy organization
  • 📏 Etched Dimensions: Each figure has dimensions etched onto the acrylic for easy counting
  • 📐 Perfect Scale: Designed for size 7 graph paper (2x size 14 Aida fabric)
  • 💪 Durable Acrylic: High-quality material for long-lasting use
  • 👜 Storage Pouch Included: Keep templates safe and organized
  • 📚 Compatible: Works with our free downloadable graph paper and "Do-It-Yourself Stitch People" book
📋 Product Details:
  • 📦 Total Templates: 20 character templates + 2 rulers/straight edges
  • 🎨 Materials: Transparent colored acrylic
  • 📐 Scale: Fits size 7 graph paper (2x size 14 Aida)
  • ⚖️ Weight: 8.8 oz
  • 👜 Storage: Includes 5x7 zip-up pouch
  • 🇺🇸 Ships From: USA
📝 Compatible Graph Paper:

These templates work perfectly with:

Note: We currently don't offer smaller traceable templates, as they would be prone to breakage due to small elements like feet, necks, and tails.

🛡️ Care & Replacements:

If your templates arrive broken, please contact us immediately for a replacement. To ensure longevity, store templates in the provided pouch in a dry place away from temperature extremes. The templates have delicate areas that require careful handling. If breakage occurs during use, we recommend using epoxy glue (Gorilla Glue or E6000) to carefully reattach broken pieces.

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European customers please note: VAT is NOT paid during checkout. Additional duties or fees may apply based on your country's regulations. We recommend checking with your local customs office before purchase to avoid unexpected costs or delays.

Customer Reviews (4.8 / 5 · 13 reviews)

Alexander ★★★★★

I've been hand-drafting my Stitch People patterns for years, and these templates finally make the tracing step feel almost effortless. The fact that they're designed specifically to cut down on design time is spot on—I finished a full family portrait in one evening instead of three.

Mia T. ★★★★★

I was spending way too long freehanding every figure before I grabbed these, and now my portrait layouts take maybe a third of the time. The templates trace cleanly onto my pattern paper without shifting, which alone makes them worth it for anyone who drafts by hand.

Mia ★★★★★

The tracing lines are crisp enough that I can layer them under my paper and just go, which cuts my prep work way down. I finished a full family pattern in one sitting instead of fussing over proportions for hours.