Lime Green Monster with Bulging Eye Detailed Cross-Stitch
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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: 71 x 71
- 13 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 96 times
71 x 65 stitches 13 colors
Pattern description
This intermediate-level cross-stitch pattern captures a quirky, cartoonish creature rendered in bold lime green with striking red and pink accents. The 71 × 71 stitch count makes it a manageable project that balances detail work with achievable completion time. Five smaller eye motifs extend from the main monster's head, creating a playful, whimsical composition that appeals to stitchers seeking character-driven needlework with personality.
Working with thirteen DMC thread colors, you'll blend cool greens and teals for the body while layering warm reds, whites, and yellows to bring the menacing grin and bulbous eye to life. The color palette swings from natural woodland tones to vivid jewel-like pinks and reds, giving the design both charm and edge. Perfect for framing in a child's bedroom, gaming room, or as a Halloween decoration, this counted cross-stitch piece works beautifully on standard Aida fabric and delivers striking visual impact despite its moderate complexity level.
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: 71 x 65 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 5.1 x 4.6 inches or 129 x 118 mm
Suggested Material Size: 11 x 10.5 inches or 279 x 268 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
