Alpine Lake Nestled in Cool Mountain Peaks
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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: 168 x 168
- 30 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 62 times
168 x 113 stitches 30 colors
Pattern description
Lake Livigno captures a breathtaking alpine landscape where a brilliant blue lake sits cradled between dramatic rocky peaks and forested valleys. The composition draws the eye from lush green meadows in the foreground through dense evergreen slopes toward towering mountain ridges rendered in soft grays and purples. This 168 x 168 stitch pattern uses a cool, muted palette dominated by slate tones, forest greens, and that striking jewel-blue water that anchors the entire scene.
Advanced stitchers will appreciate the complexity of this 30-color DMC thread palette, which demands careful attention to shading transitions across the mountainous terrain. The interplay of similar gray and green values creates subtle depth and dimension, rewarding experienced needleworkers with a meditative stitching experience. Stitched on standard Aida fabric, this landscape becomes a striking wall piece that evokes alpine solitude and natural grandeur—perfect for nature lovers or as a travel memory keepsake celebrating mountain regions.
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: 168 x 113 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 12 x 8.1 inches or 305 x 205 mm
Suggested Material Size: 17.9 x 14 inches or 455 x 355 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
