Angel Oak Tree in Warm Rustic Tones
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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: 169 x 169
- 13 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 99 times
169 x 112 stitches 0 colors
Pattern description
This 169 x 169 stitch counted cross-stitch pattern captures the majestic spreading branches of Charleston's Angel Oak in rich, earthy browns and cream highlights. The composition emphasizes the tree's dramatic canopy and gnarled trunk against a darker background, creating depth and shadow through careful color gradation. With 13 DMC thread colors and advanced-level complexity, this needlework project rewards patient stitchers with a detailed, naturalistic woodland scene. The warm rustic palette—layered taupes, chocolates, and light tan accents—evokes the age and grandeur of this iconic live oak. Stitched on 14-count Aida fabric, the final piece measures approximately 12 x 12 inches, making it an ideal focal point for nature-themed home décor or a meaningful gift for tree lovers and Southern heritage enthusiasts. The intricate shading technique used throughout strengthens both technical skill and meditative stitching practice.
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: 169 x 112 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 12.1 x 8 inches or 307 x 203 mm
Suggested Material Size: 18 x 13.9 inches or 457 x 353 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
