Delicate Pink Sakura Branches with Soft Blooms
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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: 149 x 149
- 7 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 97 times
149 x 73 stitches 7 colors
Pattern description
This intermediate cross-stitch pattern captures gentle cherry blossom branches arching gracefully across the canvas. The composition features brown woody stems supporting clusters of pink blossoms with green leaf accents, creating natural movement and depth. At 149 × 149 stitches, the design balances detail with accessibility, making it rewarding for stitchers ready to move beyond basic projects.
The soft pastel palette of seven DMC thread colors creates a serene, spring-inspired mood perfect for framing or display. Sakura designs carry symbolic meaning of renewal and beauty across many cultures, making this needlework ideal as a thoughtful gift or calming addition to bedroom and living spaces. The counted cross-stitch technique on Aida fabric with this color combination produces a delicate, watercolor-like effect that feels timeless and sophisticated.
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: 149 x 73 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 10.6 x 5.2 inches or 270 x 132 mm
Suggested Material Size: 16.5 x 11.1 inches or 420 x 282 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
