Jewel-Toned Fruits Abundant Cross-Stitch Pattern
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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: 102 x 102
- 29 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 78 times
102 x 86 stitches 29 colors
Pattern description
This vibrant counted cross stitch composition showcases a cornucopia of fruits in rich, saturated hues—from deep purple grapes and crimson apples to golden bananas and bright raspberries. The arrangement spills diagonally across the 102x102 stitch canvas, creating dynamic visual movement that prevents the design from feeling static. Each fruit is rendered with dimensional shading that gives them rounded, three-dimensional form, making this an engaging needlework project despite its intermediate skill level.
Working with 29 DMC thread colors, stitchers will appreciate the color complexity that brings depth and realism to each fruit type. The jewel-toned palette—purples, reds, golds, and greens—creates a warm, luxurious mood perfect for framed needlework or home décor. At 102x102 stitches, this pattern works beautifully on 14-count Aida fabric to create an 7x7 inch finished piece. The varied color palette and blending opportunities make it ideal for stitchers seeking to develop their shading techniques while completing a harvest-inspired project suitable for kitchens, dining rooms, or year-round fruit-themed displays.
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: 102 x 86 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 7.3 x 6.1 inches or 185 x 156 mm
Suggested Material Size: 13.2 x 12 inches or 335 x 306 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
