Jewel-Toned Blue Bellflower with Green Stem
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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: 42 x 42
- 13 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 62 times
42 x 47 stitches 13 colors
Pattern description
A sophisticated 42x42 stitch pattern captures a single bellflower in jewel-toned purples and blues that deepen from sky-blue petals to rich violet shadows. The graceful green stem extends upward with delicate leaf details, creating an elegant vertical composition that suits framed needlework or small decorative pieces.
Worked across thirteen DMC thread colors, this intermediate-level counted cross stitch project balances color blending with manageable complexity. The cool muted palette and botanical focus make it ideal for stitchers who appreciate dimensional shading and want a finished piece that brings garden-inspired sophistication to bedroom, bathroom, or study spaces. Perfect for Aida 14-count fabric, the design works beautifully as a single motif or repeated in a series for a gallery wall effect.
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: 42 x 47 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 3 x 3.4 inches or 76 x 85 mm
Suggested Material Size: 8.9 x 9.3 inches or 226 x 235 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
