Carrot
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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: 73 x 73
- 10 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 62 times
73 x 71 stitches 10 colors
Pattern description
Stitching a Carrot cross-stitch pattern brings a delightful touch of garden charm to your needlework collection, capturing the vibrant simplicity of this beloved vegetable in counted cross stitch form. This 73 × 73 stitch design offers the perfect balance of detail and manageability, featuring ten rich DMC thread colors that blend beautifully to create depth and dimension. The varied palette transforms what might seem like a simple subject into an engaging stitching experience, with color transitions that keep your hands and eyes pleasantly occupied throughout the project. Whether you're working on linen or evenweave fabric, the moderate stitch count ensures you'll complete this embroidery in a satisfying timeframe without feeling rushed.
Designed for stitchers with intermediate skills, this free printable PDF chart includes a complete DMC color key for easy reference at your craft table. The pattern works wonderfully on Aida fabric, the classic choice for counted cross stitch projects, and prints clearly for confident stitching sessions. As a free download, you'll have instant access to start your next needlework adventure, making this vegetable-themed pattern an excellent addition to kitchen-inspired embroidery collections or as a charming gift for gardening enthusiasts.
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: 73 x 71 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 5.2 x 5.1 inches or 132 x 129 mm
Suggested Material Size: 11.1 x 11 inches or 282 x 279 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands