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Autumn Lake Valley with Warm Jewel Tones

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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: 300 x 300
  • 30 colors in the palette
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Autumn free cross-stitch pattern

300 x 200 stitches 30 colors

Pattern description

This counted cross stitch captures a panoramic autumn landscape where golden and crimson foliage frame a serene blue lake nestled between distant hills. The composition draws the eye across layers of color—vivid red and orange trees in the foreground, warm yellow birches scattered throughout, and deep evergreens anchoring the middle ground. A dramatic golden sky suffused with amber and cream tones completes this seasonal masterpiece, creating a sense of peaceful, expansive natural beauty.

The 30-color DMC palette showcases warm jewel tones and earthy hues that bring genuine autumn atmosphere to life. Rich oranges blend with burgundy reds, buttery yellows, and subtle browns, while cool slate blues in the water provide essential color balance. This advanced 300x300 stitch count project demands careful attention to color transitions and shading, rewarding experienced needleworkers with exceptional depth and dimension.

Perfect for autumn décor or gifting to nature lovers, this landscape works beautifully framed as wall art in living rooms, dens, or seasonal displays. The neutral composition suits traditional and contemporary interiors alike. Stitched on 14-count Aida with provided DMC thread colors, this needlework project offers 40-60 hours of meditative, rewarding stitching during cooler months.

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: 300 x 200 stitches

Sewn Design Size: 21.4 x 14.3 inches or 544 x 363 mm

Suggested Material Size: 27.3 x 20.2 inches or 694 x 513 mm

Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands