Golden Antelope on Hillside Cross-Stitch Pattern
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About this pattern
Each PDF includes stitch counts and a full color key so you can kit it quickly. Check the stitch size against your fabric count to estimate finished dimensions, and keep a few extra skeins on hand if you plan to backstitch or outline.
Quick finishing tips
- Use shorter floss lengths to avoid tangles and keep coverage even.
- Secure thread ends under nearby stitches instead of bulky knots.
- Gently wash and press face-down on a towel before framing.
- Stitch count: 46 x 46
- 16 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 32 times
46 x 96 stitches 16 colors
Pattern description
Capture the grace of wildlife with this intermediate-level counted cross-stitch pattern featuring a golden antelope poised on a sloped terrain. The design balances warm golden tones for the animal's body against cool muted greens and earth browns of the landscape, creating a striking natural contrast. With 46×46 stitches and 16 DMC thread colors, this pattern offers engaging complexity without overwhelming beginners—ideal for stitchers ready to move beyond basic designs. The composition draws the eye upward along the gentle slope, emphasizing the antelope's distinctive curved horns and alert posture. Perfect for framing as wildlife décor or gifting to nature lovers, this pattern works beautifully on 14-count Aida fabric and comes as a free printable PDF chart for easy stitching reference.
Stitch planning checklist
- Measure your fabric against the stitch count to confirm finished size.
- Sort floss by symbol before you start; pre-thread a few needles for speed.
- Work in small blocks to keep counting accurate and spot mistakes early.
- Backstitch at the end of each session so outlines stay crisp.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 46 x 96 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 3.3 x 6.9 inches or 83 x 174 mm
Suggested Material Size: 9.2 x 12.8 inches or 233 x 324 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
