Golden Sunflowers with Watering Can Breeze
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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: 217 x 217
- 31 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 141 times
217 x 217 stitches 31 colors
Pattern description
Capture the cheerful energy of three bright sunflowers in this advanced 217x217 stitch cross-stitch pattern, where a watering can releases a gentle mist across the blooms. The 31 DMC thread colors range from rich golds and warm yellows to cool sky blues and lush greens, creating a balanced composition that feels both whimsical and grounded. The delicate spray detail adds movement and narrative depth, transforming a simple floral motif into a garden scene with personality and charm. Perfect for an experienced needleworker seeking a satisfying challenge, this cushion cover design works beautifully on 14-count Aida fabric and rewards careful stitching with striking dimensional effects. The sunny palette lifts any room's decor while the intricate thread work and layered color blending showcase your advanced skills—ideal for gifting to gardening enthusiasts or displaying as a treasured heirloom piece that celebrates the simple joy of tending flowers.
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: 217 x 217 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 15.5 x 15.5 inches or 394 x 394 mm
Suggested Material Size: 21.4 x 21.4 inches or 544 x 544 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
