Fresh green cucumber with bright Aida palette
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Cucumbers are trailing vines in the gourd family, grown worldwide for their crisp, water-rich fruits eaten fresh or pickled. They thrive in warm soil and require strong sunlight, producing their characteristic elongated green pods within weeks of flowering. The vegetable's mild flavor and high water content—over 95%—make it a staple in salads, beverages, and preserves across cultures.
- Stitch count: 49 x 30
- 18 colors in the palette
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49 x 30 stitches 18 colors
Pattern description
Three plump cucumber segments in vibrant greens and pale yellow tones fill this 49×49 stitch composition with garden freshness. The light Aida base creates an airy backdrop for the crisp color blocking, making the produce pop. At intermediate skill level, the 18 DMC thread palette demands careful color transitions and steady hand placement across the counted grid.
Perfect for young stitchers ready to advance beyond beginner patterns, this vegetable design combines accessible geometry with rewarding color work. The finished piece brings cheerful kitchen or nursery energy—ideal framed in a child's room or stitched as a small gift for gardeners. With a free printable DMC chart and straightforward composition, you'll complete this fresh little project in steady sessions, building confidence with each color block.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 49 x 30 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 3.5 x 2.1 inches or 89 x 54 mm
Suggested Material Size: 9.4 x 8 inches or 239 x 204 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
