Soft Pink Roses with Trailing Greenery
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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: 214 x 214
- 28 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 168 times
214 x 156 stitches 28 colors
Pattern description
A lush composition of blush-pink roses accented with rich burgundy shading creates a romantic, garden-fresh aesthetic. The delicate flowers are framed by graceful wisping green stems that sweep diagonally across the piece, adding movement and elegance to the design. This 214 x 214 stitch counted cross stitch pattern uses 28 DMC thread colors to build soft, dimensional petals and natural foliage detail.
Advanced stitchers will appreciate the complexity involved in achieving the subtle color gradations that give these roses their lifelike quality and velvety depth. The combination of pale pink, coral, and deep rose tones requires careful thread selection and precise stitching placement. Worked on Aida fabric with the included DMC color chart, this needlework project rewards patient craftsmanship with a sophisticated botanical scene perfect for framing above a bedroom dresser, in a kitchen, or as a meaningful handmade gift for gardening enthusiasts and romance lovers alike.
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: 214 x 156 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 15.3 x 11.1 inches or 388 x 283 mm
Suggested Material Size: 21.2 x 17 inches or 538 x 433 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
