Sunny Cottage with Red Roof 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: 98 x 98
- 28 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 39 times
98 x 88 stitches 28 colors
Pattern description
This charming cottage features a bold red roof and warm golden-tan walls set against a bright blue sky, creating a cheerful, child-friendly scene. The simple composition includes decorative blue-cross windows, blue door, flowering bushes, and green lawn with scattered blooms. The 98 x 98 stitch count makes it accessible for intermediate stitchers while offering enough detail to engage experienced needleworkers.
With 28 DMC thread colors, this pattern delivers a vibrant color palette that brings the cottage to life on 14-count Aida fabric. The counted cross-stitch design works beautifully as a framed piece for a child's bedroom or nursery, celebrating home and comfort in a timeless way. Perfect for gifting to new homeowners or young families, this sunny cottage needlework project combines manageable complexity with rewarding visual impact upon completion.
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: 98 x 88 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 7 x 6.3 inches or 178 x 160 mm
Suggested Material Size: 12.9 x 12.2 inches or 328 x 310 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
