{"product_id":"gingerbread-man-ornament-hand-painted-needlepoint-canvas","title":"Gingerbread Man Ornament Hand-Painted Needlepoint Canvas | Catch Me If You Can | Christmas Ornaments Collection | SKU: CH-017 (WS)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Christmas Classic with a Dash of Mischief.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGingerbread Man Ornament Hand-Painted Needlepoint Canvas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh from the holiday kitchen and full of personality, this Gingerbread Man Ornament Hand-Painted Needlepoint Canvas captures the playful spirit that has made gingerbread figures a Christmas favourite for generations. Holding a candy cane and dressed with festive details, he brings warmth, nostalgia, and just the right amount of holiday charm to your stitching basket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-painted on 18-mesh mono needlepoint canvas, this 5\" × 5\" design features a smiling gingerbread figure framed within a soft grey scalloped border. The warm cookie tones, colourful snowflake accents, and balanced composition create a design that feels timeless while the cool grey frame adds a fresh, contemporary finish. The soft grey scalloped frame introduces a quiet elegance that balances the playful gingerbread figure, creating a design that feels whimsical without becoming overly sweet. The portrait-style composition gives the cheerful gingerbread figure room to shine, while the soft grey frame quietly balances the warmth of the cookie-inspired palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe generous negative space allows the gingerbread figure to remain the unmistakable focal point, while the decorative frame gives the finished piece a gallery-like presentation. It captures the simple joy of Christmas baking traditions, where flour-covered counters, shared laughter, and freshly decorated treats become some of the season's most treasured memories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by Christmas baking traditions, cookie exchanges, and afternoons spent decorating gingerbread treats, this design celebrates the small rituals that often become the most treasured holiday memories. Every stitch transforms a familiar Christmas favourite into a keepsake you'll enjoy displaying year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for stitchers who appreciate classic Christmas imagery with a playful, contemporary twist. Its compact scale and timeless styling make it a design you'll enjoy rediscovering each December, whether displayed on the tree, tucked into a festive vignette, or gifted to someone who treasures handmade traditions. Finish it as a ribbon-hung ornament, framed holiday artwork, a festive kitchen accent, or a treasured addition to a curated Christmas gallery wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCanvas Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-painted directly onto premium canvas — never printed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMesh Count: 18 mesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCanvas Size: 9\" x 9\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePainted Area: 5\" x 5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGingerbread man with candy cane, bow tie, and festive snowflake accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft grey scalloped decorative frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart of the Christmas Ornaments Collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest suited for confident beginners to intermediate stitchers comfortable with decorative borders, layered colour, and crisp 18-mesh detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuggested Stitches\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGingerbread Figure: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBasketweave with gentle value changes to create a warm baked-cookie appearance while maintaining clean edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jho13x\" data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1830\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCookie Texture\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBlend two complementary shades of warm brown throughout the gingerbread body to create subtle depth while preserving the clean, graphic silhouette. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jho13x\" data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1830\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIcing Details: \u003c\/strong\u003eContinental stitch or petite satin stitch keeps the white icing crisp and beautifully defined.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCandy Cane\u003c\/strong\u003e: Alternating satin stitches following the stripes naturally emphasize the curved shape and create visual movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnowflakes\u003c\/strong\u003e: Petite Rhodes stitches or tiny Smyrna crosses add delicate texture while keeping the background light and airy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrey Scalloped Frame\u003c\/strong\u003e: Follow each scallop with basketweave or Continental stitch to reinforce the graceful border and naturally frame the portrait.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour Harmony\u003c\/strong\u003e: Complete the gingerbread figure before stitching the surrounding frame so the warm cookie tones remain the clear focal point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"136639v\" data-start=\"6734\" data-end=\"6759\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilding the Character\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eStitch the face, bow tie, and candy cane before completing the body. Establishing the gingerbread man's expression and accessories first allows every remaining stitch to reinforce his cheerful personality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Ashley Evans Designs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✦ Every canvas is hand-painted one colour at a time for clean, precise stitch guidance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✦ No printed designs — ever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✦ Exclusively designed originals you won't find anywhere else\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✦ Ships across Canada \u0026amp; USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBecause every canvas is painted individually by hand, slight variations may occur — and are part of the artistry.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCanvas only. Threads, needles, and finishing materials sold separately.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ashley Evans Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47852470534379,"sku":"CH-017","price":41.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0795\/1895\/7803\/files\/017.jpg?v=1781044716","url":"https:\/\/www.ashleyevansdesigns.com\/products\/gingerbread-man-ornament-hand-painted-needlepoint-canvas","provider":"Ashley Evans Designs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}