Blue Flowers with Green Stems Border Pattern
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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: 320 x 320
- 28 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 68 times
320 x 80 stitches 28 colors
Pattern description
A horizontal garden border design showcasing delicate blue flower clusters rising above slender green foliage, this cross-stitch pattern creates a fresh, botanical aesthetic perfect for framing or embellishing linens. The composition features rhythmic spikes of blue blooms—reminiscent of delphiniums or veronica flowers—arranged across a light background, offering excellent practice for intermediate stitchers working with color gradation and dimensional shading. At 320 x 320 stitches with 28 DMC thread colors, the pattern balances intricate detail with achievable complexity, making it ideal for crafters ready to expand their skill set without overwhelming complexity. This design's cool, airy palette and naturalistic placement make it particularly suited for spring home décor, cottage-style projects, or as a thoughtful gift for gardening enthusiasts. The border format works beautifully on sampler pieces, greeting cards, or as a decorative element on pillowcases and table runners, while the advanced skill designation ensures rewarding progress through varied stitch techniques and thread blending.
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: 320 x 80 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 22.9 x 5.7 inches or 581 x 145 mm
Suggested Material Size: 28.8 x 11.6 inches or 731 x 295 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
