German Spitz in Warm Tones with Green Grass
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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: 97 x 97
- 50 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 47 times
97 x 110 stitches 50 colors
Pattern description
This 97 x 97 stitch pattern captures a cream and tan German Spitz wearing a deep burgundy harness, set against a soft blue sky and vibrant green meadow. The composition frames the dog's distinctive fluffy coat and alert expression with a serene outdoor backdrop, creating a gentle, cheerful mood that suits any dog lover's home or gift collection.
The advanced skill level reflects the design's 50 DMC thread colors, which blend warm browns, creams, and reds with cool blues and greens to achieve depth and realistic fur texture. Stitchers working this pattern on traditional Aida fabric will find the modest 97 x 97 count manageable for framing, and the color complexity rewards careful attention to thread transitions. The free printable PDF chart simplifies color tracking across the palette, making this needlework project both technically engaging and ultimately rewarding.
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: 97 x 110 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 6.9 x 7.9 inches or 176 x 200 mm
Suggested Material Size: 12.8 x 13.8 inches or 326 x 350 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
