Bright Blue Starfish and Coral Reef Bookmark
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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: 81 x 81
- 3 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 112 times
81 x 17 stitches 3 colors
Pattern description
This vertical bookmark brings a sunlit ocean mood to your needlework with its bold arrangement of turquoise starfish and warm coral-red accents against a crisp white background. At 81×81 stitches, the repeating pattern creates a rhythmic, meditative stitching experience well-suited to intermediate stitchers seeking a manageable project. The three-color DMC palette—cool aqua, warm coral, and bright yellow highlights—delivers nautical charm without complexity, making it ideal for stitchers who want colorful impact from minimal thread selection. Once complete, this counted cross stitch bookmark works beautifully as a gift for ocean lovers or as a practical, cheerful addition to any reader's bookshelf.
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: 81 x 17 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 5.8 x 1.2 inches or 147 x 31 mm
Suggested Material Size: 11.7 x 7.1 inches or 297 x 181 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
