Soft Pastel Cottage Bouquet in Coral Vase
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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: 174 x 174
- 50 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 154 times
174 x 174 stitches 50 colors
Pattern description
This counted cross stitch pattern features a lush floral arrangement in delicate pink, mauve, and cream tones overflowing from a charming striped coral vase. The composition balances fullness and softness, with blooms and greenery creating a romantic, garden-fresh aesthetic that suits cottage-style décor or as a thoughtful stitched gift for plant lovers and flower enthusiasts.
With 174 x 174 stitches and 50 DMC thread colors, this advanced-level needlework project demands patience and precision but rewards stitchers with rich color blending and dimensional shading. The intricate palette transitions between warm peachy undertones in the vase and cool purples throughout the blooms, creating visual depth. Perfect for stretching your skills on 14-count Aida fabric, this design produces a stunning framed piece that brings springtime warmth to any room year-round.
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: 174 x 174 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 12.4 x 12.4 inches or 316 x 316 mm
Suggested Material Size: 18.3 x 18.3 inches or 466 x 466 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
