Warm Rustic Fruit Basket 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: 120 x 120
- 46 colors in the palette
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120 x 120 stitches 46 colors
Pattern description
This counted cross-stitch pattern captures a bountiful basket overflowing with apples, lemons, and stone fruits in rich autumnal hues. The composition showcases masterful color blending, layering warm reds, golden yellows, and soft peach tones against a deep green background. With 46 DMC thread colors and 120×120 stitch count, the design demands advanced needlework skills and rewards careful attention to subtle shading that creates dimensional depth and realistic fruit texture.
The warm, rustic palette makes this pattern ideal for traditional home décor or as a cherished gift for gardening enthusiasts and fruit lovers alike. Stitched on Aida fabric with quality DMC threads, the finished piece evokes a harvest-time still life reminiscent of classical botanical art. This intermediate-to-advanced project offers an engaging needlework experience, with the intricate color work providing satisfying progression as clusters of fruit emerge. A free printable PDF chart makes setup straightforward, allowing stitchers to focus on the rewarding complexity of bringing this abundant harvest basket to life.
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: 120 x 120 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 8.6 x 8.6 inches or 218 x 218 mm
Suggested Material Size: 14.5 x 14.5 inches or 368 x 368 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
