Flowers and Butterflies
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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: 130 x 130
- 1 colors in the palette
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130 x 151 stitches 1 colors
Pattern description
The Flowers and Butterflies pattern brings timeless garden charm to your needlework, featuring delicate botanical elements that dance across fabric with natural elegance. This counted cross stitch design captures the graceful movement of butterflies among blooming flowers, making it an engaging project for anyone seeking to add handcrafted beauty to their home. With a manageable 130 × 130 stitch count, you'll work with a single DMC thread color that creates sophisticated depth through varied stitch techniques and density. The monochromatic approach allows you to focus on perfecting your stitching rhythm while still achieving a striking visual impact perfect for embellishing bed sheets.
Intermediate stitchers will find this pattern offers the right balance of challenge and achievability, ideal for developing consistent tension and improving needlework precision. The free printable PDF chart includes complete DMC color keys and detailed symbols for easy reference as you stitch. Designed specifically for Aida fabric, this counted cross stitch pattern provides all the guidance needed to create a polished embroidered piece. Download your free pattern today and transform plain bed linens into personalized treasures that showcase your embroidery skills.
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: 130 x 151 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 9.3 x 10.8 inches or 236 x 274 mm
Suggested Material Size: 15.2 x 16.7 inches or 386 x 424 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands