Pink Water Lily with Green Lily Pads
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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: 162 x 162
- 50 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 91 times
162 x 234 stitches 0 colors
Pattern description
A serene water garden comes to life in this intricate counted cross stitch pattern, where a delicate pink water lily blooms atop layered green lily pads. The composition captures the gentle elegance of nature's aquatic flora, with the blossom's soft petals rendered in pale rose tones that glow against the rich sage and olive greens of the surrounding foliage. This 162x162 stitch design balances botanical detail with artistic simplicity, making it an ideal choice for needleworkers seeking a meditative stitching experience.
The advanced skill level reflects the pattern's complexity and its palette of 50 DMC thread colors, which layer together to create dimensional depth and subtle color transitions across the lily pads and water lily petals. Stitchers will appreciate how the varied greens—from muted woodland tones to brighter spring hues—blend seamlessly, while the pink blossom stands as a luminous focal point that draws the eye naturally through the composition.
Once completed, this needlework piece brings tranquility to any room, whether displayed in a bedroom, meditation space, or botanical-themed décor collection. The cool, calming palette makes it particularly suited for spaces where you want to evoke the peaceful atmosphere of a still pond. Worked on even-weave Aida fabric with the included DMC chart, this counted cross stitch project rewards patience with a finished piece of understated natural beauty.
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: 162 x 234 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 11.6 x 16.7 inches or 294 x 425 mm
Suggested Material Size: 17.5 x 22.6 inches or 444 x 575 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
