Pink Flowers and Lily Pads in Pastel Morning Light
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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: 140 x 140
- 24 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 75 times
140 x 140 stitches 24 colors
Pattern description
This 140 x 140 counted cross-stitch pattern captures a serene wetland scene with soft, dreamy colors. Pink blooms float across tranquil blue water while tall marsh flowers anchor the composition, their delicate petals rendered in gentle pastels against an aqua sky. The color palette of soft pinks, sage greens, pale blues, and cream creates a calming, almost watercolor-like aesthetic that evokes the quiet beauty of a spring morning by water.
Stitchers at intermediate skill level will find this 24-color DMC project a rewarding blend of detail and manageable complexity. The design works beautifully on Aida fabric, with the mix of larger water sections and intricate flower clusters offering natural rhythm throughout the stitching process. Perfect for nature lovers and those seeking peaceful, contemplative needlework, this pattern makes a charming addition to a cottage-style bedroom or botanical-themed gallery wall.
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: 140 x 140 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 10 x 10 inches or 254 x 254 mm
Suggested Material Size: 15.9 x 15.9 inches or 404 x 404 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
