Sunny Cottage Landscape with Soft Pastels
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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: 80 x 80
- 19 colors in the palette
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80 x 80 stitches 19 colors
Pattern description
A charming rural scene unfolds in this 80 x 80 stitch counted cross-stitch pattern, featuring a golden-yellow cottage nestled in verdant rolling hills. The composition balances architectural focal interest with expansive landscape elements—distant green fields, blue water, and a bright yellow sun peeking through wispy white clouds. This intermediate-level needlework project captures the peaceful essence of countryside living with its gentle color transitions and accessible stitch complexity.
The soft pastel palette relies on 19 DMC thread colors to build depth and dimension across the design. Warm peachy-golds define the cottage walls and roof, while cool teals, greens, and blues form the sky and terrain. The delicate cloud work and subtle shading in the foliage demonstrate how thoughtful color selection elevates a simple landscape motif into a refined, complete scene.
Perfect for cottage-core enthusiasts and nature lovers, this pattern works beautifully on 14-count Aida fabric and stitches to approximately 5.7 x 5.7 inches. Frame it as a standalone decorative piece or stitch multiple variations to create a gallery wall celebrating rural charm. The serene pastoral subject and intermediate skill level make it equally suitable for experienced stitchers seeking a meditative project or those ready to expand beyond beginner designs.
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: 80 x 80 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 5.7 x 5.7 inches or 145 x 145 mm
Suggested Material Size: 11.6 x 11.6 inches or 295 x 295 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
