Vibrant Pansies with Curling Tendrils and Butterflies
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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: 195 x 195
- 25 colors in the palette
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195 x 195 stitches 25 colors
Pattern description
This advanced needlework features a lush arrangement of yellow and pink pansies with delicate green tendrils and visiting butterflies, capturing a garden scene bursting with color and life. The composition balances a dominant yellow bloom with softer pink flowers and curling stems that guide the eye across the 195 x 195 stitch count canvas, creating dynamic movement throughout the piece.
With 25 DMC thread colors to blend, this counted cross stitch pattern delivers genuine complexity suited to experienced stitchers seeking a rewarding challenge. The jewel-toned palette—deep magentas, warm golds, and rich greens—creates a sophisticated mood perfect for framing as garden-inspired home décor or gifting to pansy enthusiasts. Stitched on 14-count Aida fabric, the finished piece measures approximately 14 x 14 inches, making it an ideal accent for living spaces or a meaningful handmade gift celebrating spring and botanical beauty.
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: 195 x 195 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 13.9 x 13.9 inches or 354 x 354 mm
Suggested Material Size: 19.8 x 19.8 inches or 504 x 504 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
