Blue Lotus with Sunny Sky and Green Background
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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
- 30 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 53 times
112 x 84 stitches 30 colors
Pattern description
This counted cross stitch captures a serene blue lotus bloom rising from lush green foliage under a soft, glowing sun. The composition centers the delicate flower with perfectly balanced petals, creating a calm, meditative focal point. The muted sage-green background and pale yellow sun establish a tranquil, naturalistic mood that evokes peaceful Asian garden landscapes.
At 112 x 112 stitches with 30 DMC thread colors, this intermediate-level pattern rewards patient needleworkers with rich dimensional shading across the flower's blue petals and subtle color shifts in the background. The palette moves between cool periwinkle and powder-blue tones for the bloom, grounded by earthy greens and warm golden accents, creating excellent visual depth. Stitched on 14-count Aida fabric, this design makes a meaningful gift for lovers of botanical embroidery or anyone seeking a calming, portable needlework project with natural subject matter.
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: 112 x 84 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 8 x 6 inches or 203 x 152 mm
Suggested Material Size: 13.9 x 11.9 inches or 353 x 302 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
