I recently listened to a short episode by Stuff You Should Know (a phenomenal podcast!) about snake oil. Apparently, what used to be a potent and trusted medicine in the Chinese culture, was appropriated by an American with a surplus of rattlesnakes and subsequently messed up. This is why we can't have nice things! Today, the term "snake oil" is a euphemism for ineffective or fraudulent products, particularly those marketed as medicines or cures. This quick pattern is my tribute to the meaning of the phrase snake oil. It's bright and green, with the snake breathing out bubbles in his cosy little bottle of oil. (In the finish, DMC 543 beige bottleneck finish colour was swapped for 928 because I ran out of all browns and beiges 😱 But I don't hate it!) [ 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 ] This is a digital PDF that you can download after joining my Ko-Fi 🩸Membership Tier I - Pomme de Sang This chart has been tested and verified to work with Pattern Keeper by the designer. Cross-Stitch Vienna is not affiliated with Pattern Keeper. Please note that Pattern Keeper does not currently support backstitch reading! You will need to follow the PDF for the backstitch guide. [ 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐒𝐢𝐳𝐞 ] 14 ct 40x58 Stitches (7,3 x 10,5 cm) (2,9 x 4,1 in.) 16 ct 40x58 Stitches (6,3 x 9,2 cm) (2,5 x 3,6 in.) 18 ct 40x58 Stitches (5,6 x 8,2 cm) (2,2 x 3,2 in.) ----------- Please note that as this is a digital item, no refunds will be made after purchase. Terms and Conditions & copyright info: crossstitchvienna.at/terms-conditions