Meandering River Through Lush Green Forest
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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: 161 x 161
- 24 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 46 times
161 x 118 stitches 0 colors
Pattern description
Capture the serene beauty of a winding waterway cutting through dense, verdant woodland in this 161x161 stitch landscape. The composition draws your eye along the pale blue river as it snakes through layers of rich forest greens, deep shadow tones, and soft sky blues above distant hills. With 24 DMC thread colors and advanced skill requirements, this counted cross stitch pattern rewards patient needleworkers with a sophisticated nature scene that evokes peaceful, contemplative moments in untouched wilderness.
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: 161 x 118 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 11.5 x 8.4 inches or 292 x 214 mm
Suggested Material Size: 17.4 x 14.3 inches or 442 x 364 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
