Cottage with Bare Tree in Soft Pastels
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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: 156 x 156
- 28 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 60 times
156 x 120 stitches 28 colors
Pattern description
This counted cross-stitch pattern captures a charming cottage scene rendered in delicate peachy and sage tones against a soft blue sky. The design features a classic cottage with a pitched roof, central door flanked by two windows, and a gable detail overhead, while a spindly bare tree reaches upward on the left side—evoking an early spring or late autumn mood. At 156 x 156 stitches with 28 DMC thread colors, this intermediate-to-advanced needlework project rewards patient stitchers with intricate layering and subtle color transitions that bring depth to both the architecture and landscape. Ideal for framing above a reading nook or gifting to cottage enthusiasts, this pattern works beautifully on 14-count Aida fabric and includes the full DMC color breakdown. The muted, nostalgic palette—warm cream walls, earthy green shutters, and cool sky blues—creates a timeless, storybook quality that complements farmhouse and cottage-core home décor perfectly. Suitable for stitchers seeking a moderately challenging project that balances technical skill with satisfying visual payoff.
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: 156 x 120 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 11.1 x 8.6 inches or 283 x 218 mm
Suggested Material Size: 17 x 14.5 inches or 433 x 368 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
