Soft Pastel Boiled Egg Cross-Stitch Pattern
Explore more patterns
Download the free PDF chart once you sign in.
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: 59 x 59
- 17 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 50 times
59 x 78 stitches 17 colors
Pattern description
This whimsical 59 x 59 stitch pattern captures a boiled egg in a soft, dreamy aesthetic with gentle color transitions. The composition features a cream and pale yellow egg head resting on a vibrant lime-green egg cup, set against a light textured background that creates wonderful depth. At intermediate skill level, the design challenges stitchers with 17 DMC thread colors that blend seamlessly across the piece, requiring patience with color changes but rewarding with a charming, dimensional result.
Kitchen-themed needlework makes a delightful addition to any food-loving crafter's collection or as a quirky gift for breakfast enthusiasts. The warm, approachable color palette—ranging from cool lavenders and taupes in the egg to bright, saturated greens in the cup—strikes a perfect balance between cheerful and sophisticated. This counted cross-stitch pattern works beautifully on 14-count or 16-count Aida fabric, and the DMC thread chart is readily available as a free printable PDF, making it accessible for stitchers ready to tackle an intermediate-level kitchen motif.
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: 59 x 78 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 4.2 x 5.6 inches or 107 x 142 mm
Suggested Material Size: 10.1 x 11.5 inches or 257 x 292 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
