Icecream
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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: 27 x 27
- 10 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 95 times
27 x 62 stitches 10 colors
Pattern description
Embroider a delightful ice cream cone that captures the sweetness of summer in counted cross stitch. This charming design brings a playful food motif to your needlework collection, making it perfect for adding a touch of whimsy to kitchen décor or creating a thoughtful gift for dessert lovers. The 27 × 27 stitch count creates a compact yet detailed project that works beautifully on standard Aida fabric. With 10 DMC thread colors to work with, you'll enjoy a satisfying palette of shades that bring depth and dimension to your stitching, from rich creams to vibrant accent colors that make the design pop.
Suited for intermediate embroiderers, this cross stitch pattern offers enough complexity to keep your skills engaged without overwhelming beginners ready to advance their technique. The free downloadable PDF chart includes a complete DMC color key, making it simple to match your threads and follow along stitch by stitch. Whether you're stitching on 14-count or 18-count Aida, this pattern scales beautifully and stitches up quickly, making it an ideal project for weekend needlework or as a stepping stone between simpler designs and more elaborate counted cross stitch projects.
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: 27 x 62 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 1.9 x 4.4 inches or 49 x 113 mm
Suggested Material Size: 7.8 x 10.3 inches or 199 x 263 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands