Autumn Aspens Reflected in Mountain Valley
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Aspen trees are masters of change, their trembling leaves turning brilliant gold and amber each fall as they prepare for winter dormancy. Native to the mountainous regions of North America, these slender deciduous trees grow in groves that can share a single root system, creating interconnected ecosystems. Their reflective bark and lightweight foliage make them iconic symbols of autumn in alpine and subalpine valleys throughout the Rocky Mountain region.
- Stitch count: 341 x 223
- 30 colors in the palette
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341 x 223 stitches 30 colors
Pattern description
This counted cross-stitch captures a serene autumn landscape where golden aspens frame a pristine river valley beneath snow-capped peaks. The composition balances warm, honey-toned foliage in the foreground with cool blues and whites of distant mountains, creating visual depth across 341 × 341 stitches. The reflections in the calm water add another layer of complexity to this advanced-level needlework.
At 30 DMC thread colors, this pattern rewards patient stitchers with a richly detailed natural scene perfect for framing in a living room or cabin setting. The autumn palette—burnt oranges, golds, forest greens, and slate blues—evokes the crisp mountain air and seasonal beauty of Western landscapes. Stitchers will find the graduated color work particularly satisfying as it brings the distant mountains and tree canopies to life with dimensional shading.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 341 x 223 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 24.4 x 15.9 inches or 619 x 405 mm
Suggested Material Size: 30.3 x 21.8 inches or 769 x 555 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
