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Gentle Panda with Green Foliage 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: 90 x 90
  • 29 colors in the palette
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Panda free cross-stitch pattern

90 x 130 stitches 29 colors

Pattern description

Capture the serene charm of a giant panda framed by leafy bamboo branches in this 90 x 90 stitch counted cross-stitch pattern. The design balances soft cream and pale pink tones across the panda's face with rich black details and natural green foliage, creating a calm, naturalistic composition that feels both intimate and soothing. At intermediate skill level, this needlework project uses 29 DMC thread colors to render gentle shading and texture, making it accessible for stitchers ready to move beyond basic designs without overwhelming complexity. This pattern works beautifully on Aida fabric as a framed wall piece or decorative textile gift for wildlife enthusiasts and cross-stitch collectors. The muted color palette and peaceful subject make it equally suited to nursery décor, zen-inspired spaces, or as a thoughtful present for anyone drawn to bamboo forest symbolism and endangered species awareness. With its medium stitch count and manageable thread palette, expect 15–25 hours of relaxing stitching time to complete this charming animal portrait.

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: 90 x 130 stitches

Sewn Design Size: 6.4 x 9.3 inches or 163 x 236 mm

Suggested Material Size: 12.3 x 15.2 inches or 313 x 386 mm

Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands