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Parent and Child on Green Grass 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: 150 x 150
  • 50 colors in the palette
  • Downloaded 14 times
First Steps free cross-stitch pattern

150 x 126 stitches 50 colors

Pattern description

An adult kneels beside a smiling child on a lush grassy hill in this tender counted cross-stitch pattern. The composition captures an intimate moment of connection, with warm peachy and cream tones for the figures contrasting against the rich olive-green background. This 150 x 150-stitch design balances figurative detail with landscape simplicity, creating visual focus on the human interaction at its heart.

The advanced skill level reflects the pattern's subtle color work and anatomical precision needed to render the figures' forms convincingly. Working with 50 DMC thread colors demands careful attention to shading and thread placement, making this an engaging project for experienced needleworkers seeking meaningful complexity without overwhelming stitch counts.

Perfect for nurseries, children's rooms, or family spaces, this piece celebrates the quiet joy of caregiving and childhood wonder. Stitch it on 14-count Aida using the provided DMC palette for a warm, inviting wall decoration that honors life's formative moments. This needlework makes a heartfelt handmade gift for new parents, teachers, or anyone who cherishes childhood's fleeting beauty.

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: 150 x 126 stitches

Sewn Design Size: 10.7 x 9 inches or 272 x 229 mm

Suggested Material Size: 16.6 x 14.9 inches or 422 x 379 mm

Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands