Three Golden Onions 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: 89 x 89
- 28 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 83 times
89 x 66 stitches 28 colors
Pattern description
This intermediate-level cross-stitch features three warm, golden-hued onions arranged in an inviting triangle composition. Two russet-toned bulbs frame a lighter, creamy specimen in the center, creating visual balance and depth. The 89 x 89 stitch count offers a satisfying project scope that works well on 14-count Aida fabric, suitable for framed wall art or kitchen décor.
With 28 DMC thread colors, this pattern builds richness through subtle shading and layered tones that capture the natural papery texture of onion skin. The warm color palette evokes a harvest mood, blending burnt oranges, golden yellows, and pale cream tones that feel both rustic and inviting.
Home cooks and kitchen decorators will appreciate this cheerful vegetable motif, perfect for framing above a dining area or gifting to culinary enthusiasts. The counted cross-stitch project provides an engaging medium-difficulty challenge, rewarding patient stitchers with a charming piece that celebrates fresh, wholesome ingredients and brings farmhouse warmth to any room.
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: 89 x 66 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 6.4 x 4.7 inches or 161 x 120 mm
Suggested Material Size: 12.3 x 10.6 inches or 311 x 270 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
