Pastel Hydrangea Row with Cool and Warm Tones
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Hydrangeas are beloved ornamental shrubs prized for their massive, globe-shaped flower clusters that bloom in midsummer and persist well into autumn. These flowers are famous for their ability to shift color based on soil pH—acidic soil produces blue blooms, while alkaline soil yields pink or red ones, making them a living canvas of garden chemistry.
- Stitch count: 260 x 80
- 30 colors in the palette
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260 x 80 stitches 30 colors
Pattern description
Four clustered hydrangea blooms in soft pastels anchor this charming border pattern—two in cool periwinkle blue, one in peachy cream, and one in dusty mauve pink. Each flower is accented with crisp green leaves and delicate stems, creating a naturalistic yet stylized composition. The 260 x 260 stitch count and 30 DMC thread colors make this an advanced project ideal for stitchers seeking gentle, sophisticated florals over bold botanicals.
Working this counted cross-stitch design rewards patience with a refined finished piece perfect for framing or as a decorative border on quilted projects. The cool-to-warm color progression across the row creates visual rhythm without overwhelming complexity, while the varied thread palette teaches blending and shading techniques. Stitch it on Aida for a traditional look, and the resulting needlework makes a thoughtful handmade gift for gardeners, floral lovers, or anyone drawn to pastoral spring imagery.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 260 x 80 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 18.6 x 5.7 inches or 472 x 145 mm
Suggested Material Size: 24.5 x 11.6 inches or 622 x 295 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
