Warm autumn leaves on branches
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Deciduous leaves undergo one of nature's most spectacular annual transformations in autumn. As daylight shortens and temperatures drop, trees reabsorb chlorophyll—the pigment that makes leaves green—revealing underlying colors: xanthophyll (yellow), carotenoid (orange), and anthocyanin (red). The intensity and timing of this display depend on weather conditions; cool nights and sunny days produce the most vivid hues. Oak leaves, characterized by their lobed structure, are among the slowest to change color and often persist on branches well into winter, making them symbolic of the season's gradual shift rather than its sudden onset.
- Stitch count: 204 x 83
- 25 colors in the palette
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204 x 83 stitches 25 colors
Pattern description
A horizontal spray of oak-like foliage captures the essence of fall's warm palette. Rendered in 25 DMC colors across 204×204 stitches, this advanced-level pattern balances golden yellows, burnt oranges, and deep russets to evoke the transition from late summer into autumn. The composition distributes leaves along branching stems from left to right, creating movement and natural depth—ideal for stitchers seeking a moderately complex seasonal needlework project that showcases color blending and shading techniques. Counted on Aida fabric, the design rewards patient attention to DMC thread selection and careful stitch placement for a polished, painterly result.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 204 x 83 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 14.6 x 5.9 inches or 370 x 151 mm
Suggested Material Size: 20.5 x 11.8 inches or 520 x 301 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
