Soft Pastel Elephant Girl with Floral Crown
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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: 162 x 162
- 25 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 32 times
162 x 162 stitches 25 colors
Pattern description
An adorable elephant with oversized pink ears sits among delicate flowers and greenery, crowned with a charming pink bow. This 162 x 162 stitch counted cross stitch pattern captures innocent charm through careful color blending, using 25 DMC thread colors to create soft gradations across the elephant's face and body. The composition centers on the subject with botanical accents that frame the design beautifully.
Advanced stitchers will appreciate the nuanced shading required to bring depth to the elephant's expression and the detailed flower work surrounding it. The cool-to-warm color palette—blending grays, pinks, greens, and cream tones—creates a gentle, nursery-appropriate aesthetic perfect for baby gifts or children's room décor. Stitched on Aida fabric with the included DMC thread colors and free printable PDF chart, this pattern makes an impressive heirloom piece that celebrates whimsy and feminine sweetness with accomplished needlework technique.
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: 162 x 162 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 11.6 x 11.6 inches or 294 x 294 mm
Suggested Material Size: 17.5 x 17.5 inches or 444 x 444 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
