Bright Primary Ball with Playful Garden Scene
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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: 68 x 68
- 8 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 30 times
68 x 55 stitches 8 colors
Pattern description
A charming counted cross stitch pattern featuring a bold, segmented ball in primary colors—red, yellow, and blue—set against a soft sky-blue background. The composition includes delightful details like green grass and tiny red and white flowers at the base, creating a cheerful nursery-ready scene. At just 68 x 68 stitches with eight DMC thread colors, this beginner-friendly design stitches up quickly on standard Aida fabric.
Perfect for decorating a child's room or as a handmade gift for baby showers and birthday celebrations, this pattern combines visual simplicity with vibrant color work that holds a child's attention. The geometric design of the ball teaches basic stitching techniques while the natural landscape elements add gentle storytelling charm. With its manageable stitch count and bright, happy palette, needleworkers of all ages will enjoy completing this sweet piece—ideal for framing or transforming into a pillow cover.
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: 68 x 55 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 4.9 x 3.9 inches or 123 x 100 mm
Suggested Material Size: 10.8 x 9.8 inches or 273 x 250 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
