Vibrant Red Cactus Flower with Soft Pastel Sky
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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: 112 x 112
- 58 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 65 times
112 x 169 stitches 58 colors
Pattern description
This counted cross-stitch pattern captures a striking succulent in full bloom, with brilliant red-orange flowers contrasting against a speckled pale pink and green background. The composition emphasizes the dramatic vertical stem and layered petals, creating visual interest through bold color choices and careful shading with 58 DMC thread colors.
The advanced skill level rewards experienced stitchers with the complexity of blending dozens of thread colors across a 112 x 112 stitch count. Perfect for desert plant enthusiasts or botanical lovers, this needlework project works beautifully framed in a modern home, displayed on a shelf, or gifted to collectors of succulent decor. The warm coral tones and soft pastel backdrop create a cheerful accent piece that celebrates the quiet drama of desert blooms.
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: 112 x 169 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 8 x 12.1 inches or 203 x 307 mm
Suggested Material Size: 13.9 x 18 inches or 353 x 457 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
