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Alpine Lake Surrounded by Cool Evergreen Forest

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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: 159 x 159
  • 29 colors in the palette
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Lake Ontario, Canada free cross-stitch pattern

159 x 119 stitches 29 colors

Pattern description

Capturing the serene beauty of a mountain lake nestled among towering evergreens, this 159 x 159 stitch counted cross stitch pattern showcases a cool, jewel-toned palette that evokes pristine wilderness. The composition draws the eye across turquoise-blue water toward distant snow-capped peaks, with dense dark green forest creating a natural frame. Wispy white clouds drift across a pale sky, completing the tranquil alpine scenery that feels both majestic and intimate.

This advanced needlework project uses 29 DMC thread colors to achieve subtle color transitions and atmospheric depth. The cool muted tones—from soft aqua and slate blue to forest green and pale cream—create a soothing mood perfect for meditative stitching sessions. Working these varied shades across the full 159 x 159 grid demands precision and patience, rewarding experienced stitchers with a landscape that captures genuine natural light and shadow.

Ideal for nature enthusiasts and experienced needleworkers, this pattern translates beautifully onto 14-count Aida fabric. Frame it as a stunning focal point in a cabin, office, or nature-themed room, or gift it to a hiker or outdoor lover. The cool color palette and serene subject matter make it equally suited for winter display or year-round appreciation of mountain 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: 159 x 119 stitches

Sewn Design Size: 11.4 x 8.5 inches or 289 x 216 mm

Suggested Material Size: 17.3 x 14.4 inches or 439 x 366 mm

Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands