Teal Manta Ray Cross Stitch Pattern
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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: 94 x 94
- 1 colors in the palette
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94 x 67 stitches 1 colors
Pattern description
This counted cross-stitch pattern captures a graceful manta ray in cool turquoise tones, rendered in a single DMC thread color for a streamlined stitching experience. The 94 x 94 stitch count creates a medium-sized project with elegant curved lines that showcase the manta's distinctive wing-like pectoral fins. The monochromatic palette emphasizes form and movement, making this intermediate-level design accessible for stitchers ready to advance beyond beginner techniques while maintaining visual impact. Perfect for ocean enthusiasts and marine-themed décor, this manta ray pattern works beautifully on 14-count Aida fabric as a framed piece or wall hanging. The cool, serene turquoise coloring brings coastal tranquility to any space, whether displayed in a beach house, office, or bedroom. Stitchers appreciate the single-color simplicity that reduces thread management while the flowing composition demands attention to tension and stitch placement, making it a satisfying intermediate project.
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: 94 x 67 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 6.7 x 4.8 inches or 171 x 122 mm
Suggested Material Size: 12.6 x 10.7 inches or 321 x 272 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
