Sleeping Beauty's Castle in Jewel Tones
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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: 218 x 218
- 50 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 116 times
218 x 174 stitches 50 colors
Pattern description
This 218-stitch counted cross stitch pattern captures an iconic fairy tale castle in rich jewel-toned blues and golds, framed by elegant banners and a clear azure sky. The composition features the castle's distinctive spired towers in cream and soft gold against a luminous background, with decorative heraldic shields in deep blue and gold anchoring the foreground. Stitched on 14-count Aida fabric with 50 DMC thread colors, this advanced-level design rewards patient needleworkers with a striking castle portrait perfect for framing or displaying as a statement piece in any room. The sophisticated color palette—predominantly sapphire, golden yellows, and pearl whites—creates a regal, storybook aesthetic that transcends typical Disney castle designs. This intricate pattern works beautifully as a gift for fairy tale enthusiasts, fantasy readers, or cross stitch collectors seeking a more ambitious project. Whether working through it as a meditative long-term needlework or completing it as a portfolio piece, the detailed tower work and shaded background offer technical growth opportunities for intermediate to advanced stitchers.
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: 218 x 174 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 15.6 x 12.4 inches or 396 x 316 mm
Suggested Material Size: 21.5 x 18.3 inches or 546 x 466 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
