Bold Red Flower Garland in Vibrant Cross-Stitch
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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: 286 x 286
- 17 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 78 times
286 x 56 stitches 17 colors
Pattern description
This counted cross-stitch pattern features a horizontal garland of densely stitched red flowers with contrasting green foliage, creating a striking bright composition across 286 x 286 stitches. The saturated red blooms dominate the design with their spiky, cheerful forms, while scattered emerald accents provide visual relief and authenticity to the botanical arrangement.
Advanced stitchers will appreciate the complexity of this 17-color DMC palette, which requires careful attention to color transitions and shading to capture the dimensional quality of the flowering stems. Once completed on Aida fabric, this garland works beautifully as a framed needlework accent, a decorative border element for larger projects, or a standalone piece that brightens any room with its warm, joyful energy. The bold red tones and lush green details make it especially suitable for kitchen or garden-themed décor, and its cheerful character lends itself well to spring and summer seasonal displays or as a timeless floral embellishment for special occasions.
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: 286 x 56 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 20.4 x 4 inches or 519 x 102 mm
Suggested Material Size: 26.3 x 9.9 inches or 669 x 252 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
