Blue Cornflower with Green Stem Cross-Stitch
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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: 46 x 46
- 6 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 88 times
46 x 98 stitches 6 colors
Pattern description
At just 46 x 46 stitches, this counted cross-stitch pattern captures a bold blue cornflower in full bloom with its characteristic multi-petaled form rising above a graceful green stem. The composition features the delicate flower rendered in rich azure tones contrasting beautifully against the fresh sage and olive greens of the botanical elements below, creating a striking vertical design perfect for small embroidery projects.
Stitchers at beginner skill levels will find this pattern highly accessible, requiring just six DMC thread colors and a moderate stitch count ideal for completing a project in a single sitting. The cool-toned palette of blues and greens lends itself wonderfully to framed needlework, bookmark projects, or as a charming addition to decorative pillows and tote bags. Its compact size makes it an excellent introduction to counted cross-stitch on 14-count Aida fabric, while the crisp, clean subject matter translates beautifully whether worked as a standalone piece or incorporated into a larger botanical sampler collection.
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: 46 x 98 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 3.3 x 7 inches or 83 x 178 mm
Suggested Material Size: 9.2 x 12.9 inches or 233 x 328 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
