Chocolate Hills Rolling Green Landscape
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The Chocolate Hills are a protected geological formation of 1,268 cone-shaped limestone hills covering 50 square kilometers in Bohol province. During the dry season, the vegetation-covered hills turn brown, inspiring their chocolate-themed name. They represent a UNESCO World Heritage Site and iconic Filipino natural wonder, formed over millions of years by uplift and erosion of coral limestone.
- Stitch count: 119 x 80
- 28 colors in the palette
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119 x 80 stitches 28 colors
Pattern description
The Chocolate Hills of Bohol, Philippines, inspired this intermediate cross-stitch pattern featuring a sweeping vista of verdant limestone formations under a bright sky. The design captures the distinctive silhouette and layered depth of these famous geological mounds with teal, blue-green, and sage tones that shift between foreground and distant ridges. At 119 × 119 stitches across 28 DMC thread colors, the pattern balances technical challenge with satisfying visual impact.
Stitchers will appreciate the gradual color transitions that create atmospheric perspective—cooler teals recede into the sky while warmer olive and chartreuse tones advance in the rolling hills. The pattern rewards patience; the repetitive nature of the landscape makes it suitable for intermediate needleworkers seeking a meditative, scenic project without overwhelming complexity.
Frame this finished piece as a window into Southeast Asia's natural beauty, or gift it to travel enthusiasts and landscape lovers. The cool, optimistic palette suits modern home décor, nature rooms, or gallery walls celebrating world landmarks. Stitched on 14-count Aida in standard DMC threads, it produces a vivid 8.5 × 8.5 inch finished piece perfect for small-space display.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 119 x 80 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 8.5 x 5.7 inches or 216 x 145 mm
Suggested Material Size: 14.4 x 11.6 inches or 366 x 295 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
