Red Tulips Against Soft Blue Sky
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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: 167 x 167
- 50 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 97 times
167 x 114 stitches 50 colors
Pattern description
Three ruby-red tulips with golden-green stems compose this serene floral cross-stitch design, set against a gentle turquoise backdrop that evokes a calm spring morning. The composition balances the blooms naturally across the canvas, with delicate shading that creates dimension in each petal. At 167 x 167 stitches, this counted cross-stitch pattern offers an engaging mid-to-advanced project for needleworkers seeking botanical beauty.
The 50-color DMC palette creates remarkable depth, layering soft peachy tones and warm russets within the petals to capture realistic tulip form and texture. Stitching this design on standard Aida fabric will reveal intricate color transitions that make the flowers appear almost lifelike. This pattern works beautifully as a springtime decoration, a gift for garden enthusiasts, or a cherished wall piece that brings cottage-garden charm to any room year-round.
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: 167 x 114 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 11.9 x 8.1 inches or 303 x 207 mm
Suggested Material Size: 17.8 x 14 inches or 453 x 357 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
