Materials
yarn needle
small amounts of verious colored yarns
scraps of 7 mesh plastic canvas
cross in my pocket poem (see below)
This is the front of the pocket
This is the back of the pocket
Cross in my pocket poem
I carry a cross in my pocket
A simple reminder to me
Of the fact that I am a Christian
No matter here I may be .
This little cross isn’t magic
Nor is it a good luck charm
It isn’t meant to protect me
From every physical harm.
It isn’t for identification
For all the world to see
It’s simply an understanding
Between my savior and me.
When I put my hand in my pocket
To bring out a coin or a key
The cross is there to remind me
Of the price He paid for me.
It reminds me too, to be thankful
For my blessings day by day
And to strive to serve Him better
In all that I do or say.
It’s also a daily reminder
Of the peace and comfort I share
With all who know my Master
And give themselves to His care.
So I carry a cross in my pocket
Reminding no one but me
That Jesus Christ is Lord of my life
If only I’ll let Him be.
Using whatever yarn you choose
do continantial stitch on the back and front piece
whip stitch top of front piece then whipstitch both pieces toether.
Using white for the cross , stitch across top three, then down the side three, then three across one side, then down the side to the bottom, across the bottom three,up the side to the three across, do the three across, do the three up.
then whip stitch around the entire cross.
print out poem, fold and place behind cross in pocket
Hi
I have seen this from a friend at church and have been planning on making some. We have a monthly Ladies’ breakfast and in June I have volunteered to do a craft project. I thought this would be a good one as it doesn’t need a lot of skill. I plan to use Felt for those who don’y feel up to crossstitch .
I will post pictures when completed.
Thank you so much for your input is greatly appreciated.Our church is thinking of making them in pink and blue and when a baby or older child is baptised,they would be given on to start their life. Thank you again. Nancy Wiley.I also have many friends to make them for and it might also be given to the sick and elderly.
Love and prayers Nancy wiley
Thank you ever so much, have been searching for .how to make the cross in my pocket ,came upon your website Thank you so very much for sharing with me.I will be making them for my church.
God Bless you. Nancy Wiley
Hi Nancy,
Thank you for visiting my website. It always makes me happy to know that I have helped someone. These cross in my pocket have been around the world, I sent 25 of them with my missionary team to Russia, The people there were so glad to get them.,If “I can be of any help please let me know.
God Bless you also.
Love your site. I love to sew, crochet, plastic canvas, quilt, I love crafts. hope u have a great day. god bless.
I have been wondering where to find The Cross in my Pocket pattern. So glad that I came across your site today. Thank you
Thanks Judy for visiting my website. Glad you found what you were looking for.
I like to give these out rather then tracs.
Enjoy!
I would like to make some cross bookmarks for my sunday school classes. can you help me out in a pretty easy and simple pattern.
Hi Penny,
You might like to try either one of these cross patterns. the small one at the bottom is a pin and works up quickly.
I would like directions on how to make this.
Hi Carol,
Thanks for visiting my website.
If you will follow the pictures and the instruction on the page you will find it very easy.
If you need anymore help let me know
Craftingranny
Dear Craftingranny , You seen like a great hearted soul , God Bless You ! I was wondering how you make” Knots” to keep the yarn from unraveling on the “Cross in my Pocket” ? I was given one years ago by a stranger and have cherished it ever since. I would like to share them by making some for my family , and any one I see that looks in need of some “extra Help” Thank You !
Hi Laura,
Thanks for visiting my website.
I usually leave a length of yarn on the back of the piece and work my stitches over it. At the end of the stitching I run my needle back through the stitches.
Happy stitching
Craftingranny
Dear Grandma, I don’t mean to offend you;, its just that I’ve lost mine to Heaven , and she was my best friend. It felt good to type it. Thank you for letting me know how to secure the yarn. My first “Cross In My Pocket turned out pretty good!!! God Bless You .
Oh! Laura,
I’m so glad you let me know how your cross-in-the pocket turned out I’m always happy to know that I have
been of help.
God Bless you also
Craftingranny
Thank you for this pattern.I’m in a semi with my husband and all over the country. I wanted to give something to people I meet on our travels. I think this will be perfect. I use to do a lot of plastic canvas years ago now, I crochet( 8 afghans in 5 yrs.) God Bless and keep up the good work.
Thank you ever so much, have been searching for .how to make the cross in my pocket ,came upon your website Thank you so very much for sharing with me.I will be making them for my church.
God Bless you. Nancy Wiley
I would love to make the cross in the pocket. How many holes across and down. I can’t find books on plastic canvas anymore. I rely on websites and Pinterest
Thank you.Ibwant to make the crosses in my pocket for MU ladies first and thereafter we can make it for people in church .God bless.