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Free Printable Cross Stitch: “Toddlers and Their Audacity – 5 Ways to Give Them the Eye”

Toddlers: tiny humans, big attitudes.

If you’ve ever been stared down by a three-year-old who just stole your last cookie—while maintaining direct eye contact—then you already know the sheer audacity these tiny dictators possess. To honor their unmatched confidence (and our exhausted patience), I’ve created a FREE printable cross stitch pattern that celebrates the five most iconic “Mom/Dad/Caregiver Glare” moves we use to silently communicate:

“I see what you’re doing… and I am this close to losing it.”

✨ The Pattern: “Toddlers and Their Audacity – 5 Ways to Give Them the Eye”

This adorable (and slightly sassy) cross stitch features five classic parent expressions, including:

  1. The Slow Blink – “Did you really just dump your yogurt on the dog?”
  2. The Raised Eyebrow – “I know you’re about to lick that wall. Don’t.”
  3. The Squint of Suspicion – “Why is it suddenly quiet… and sticky?”
  4. The Side-Eye – “You swear you didn’t take my phone, yet it’s in your toy box?”
  5. The Wide-Eyed ‘Try Me’ – “Put. The marker. Down.”

Perfect for framing, gifting to fellow toddler-warriors, or stitching while muttering “why… just why” under your breath.

🎉 Get Your FREE Printable Pattern!

Toddler Audacity PatternDownload
How to cross stitch tutorialDownload

Why This Cross Stitch is Basically Therapy

  • It’s relatable. Other parents will nod in solemn understanding.
  • It’s cheaper than wine. (Though pairing them is encouraged.)
  • It’s proof you haven’t completely lost your sense of humor… even if your toddler just colored on the couch again.

So grab your floss, take a deep breath, and remember: One day, they’ll be teenagers who sleep past 6 AM. (…Right?)

Happy stitching, brave warrior. ✨

P.S. If your toddler “helps” by unraveling your thread, just give ’em The Squint of Suspicion and remind yourself: This too shall pass. (Probably onto the floor. In pieces.)

Tag a parent who needs this! And if you stitch it, share it with me—I’d love to see your masterpiece (and hear your best “toddler audacity” stories)! 😆

Pattern is free for personal use. Share the link, not the file—help me keep creating fun stuff! 💖