Frost-Laden Evergreens in Cool Muted 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: 160 x 160
- 20 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 117 times
160 x 120 stitches 20 colors
Pattern description
Capture a serene winter landscape with this advanced cross-stitch featuring snow-draped coniferous trees receding into a misty distance. The composition balances detailed foreground evergreens with atmospheric depth, creating a sense of peaceful solitude in nature's frozen realm. This 160x160 stitch count pattern uses 20 DMC thread colors to achieve the soft, crystalline quality of frost-covered needlework.
Working through this needlework project rewards patient stitchers with a mesmerizing interplay of lavender, blue, and white tones that evoke a cool winter morning. The palette shifts seamlessly from deeper purples in the dense tree clusters to pale sky hues, building dimension across the canvas. Ideal for framing above a reading nook or bedroom, this counted cross-stitch adapts beautifully to seasonal decor. Advanced stitchers will appreciate the blending challenges and color transitions that bring this tranquil forest scene to life on 14-count Aida fabric.
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: 160 x 120 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 11.4 x 8.6 inches or 290 x 218 mm
Suggested Material Size: 17.3 x 14.5 inches or 440 x 368 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
