Golden Yellow Willow Leaf with Warm Autumn 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: 49 x 49
- 9 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 24 times
49 x 92 stitches 9 colors
Pattern description
This beginner-friendly counted cross stitch captures the essence of fall foliage with a single elongated willow leaf rendered in warm golden yellows and soft sage greens. The 49 x 49 stitch count makes it an ideal first project or quick weekend needlework, requiring just nine DMC thread colors to achieve the gradient effect that brings dimension to the leaf's graceful, pointed silhouette.
The color palette shifts beautifully from pale chartreuse at the center to deeper olive greens at the edges, with strategic golden accents creating a luminous quality that evokes late-season sunlight on changing leaves. Perfect for framing as autumn décor, incorporating into a seasonal sampler, or gifting to nature lovers, this pattern works wonderfully on 14-count Aida fabric with a free printable PDF chart that guides you through each stitch. The modest scale and straightforward design make it an excellent introduction to shading techniques in counted cross stitch without overwhelming beginners.
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 Cream
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 49 x 92 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 3.5 x 6.6 inches or 89 x 167 mm
Suggested Material Size: 9.4 x 12.5 inches or 239 x 317 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
