Ladybugs and Blossoms in Cool Pastels
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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
- 30 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 42 times
130 x 160 stitches 30 colors
Pattern description
Delicate ladybugs crawl among rolling green foliage and soft pink flower clusters in this 130×130 stitch garden scene. The cool blue sky and muted sage-green palette create a serene, nature-inspired composition perfect for intermediate stitchers seeking a rewarding needlework project. With 30 DMC thread colors and balanced color distribution, this counted cross stitch pattern offers engaging complexity without overwhelming technical demands. The result is an heirloom-quality piece ideal for nature lovers and those drawn to gentle, whimsical garden themes. Garden spaces and insect motifs hold timeless appeal as home décor, making this design versatile for any season or room. Worked on standard Aida fabric using DMC threads, this 130×130 pattern translates beautifully into a framed needlework display or decorative pillow cover. The intricate blending of greens and subtle flower details showcase intermediate-level skills, rewarding careful stitchers with polished visual depth. Gift this piece to gardeners, nature enthusiasts, or anyone who appreciates the quiet charm of outdoor scenes captured in thread.
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 160 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 9.3 x 11.4 inches or 236 x 290 mm
Suggested Material Size: 15.2 x 17.3 inches or 386 x 440 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
