Mayon Volcano with Soft Muted Landscape Palette
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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: 167 x 167
- 29 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 85 times
167 x 57 stitches 29 colors
Pattern description
Mayon Volcano emerges as a striking focal point in this counted cross stitch composition, rendered in cool muted blues and deep forest greens. The cone-shaped peak dominates the 167 x 167 stitch design, rising dramatically from a verdant foothills base beneath a pale sky. The soft, subdued color palette creates a serene, almost contemplative mood that captures the volcano's majestic yet tranquil nature.
This advanced-level needlework project features 29 carefully selected DMC thread colors, offering experienced stitchers a satisfying challenge with complex color blending and shading. The composition's clean landscape format makes it ideal for framing or mounting as wall art that celebrates Philippine natural heritage. Whether worked on traditional Aida fabric over several weeks or months, this detailed volcano portrait delivers the reward of a polished, gallery-worthy finished piece that works beautifully in cultural-themed home décor or as a meaningful gift for travel enthusiasts and nature lovers.
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: 167 x 57 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 11.9 x 4.1 inches or 303 x 103 mm
Suggested Material Size: 17.8 x 10 inches or 453 x 253 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
