Maple Leaves with Soft Green and Gold Palette
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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: 100 x 100
- 22 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 70 times
100 x 100 stitches 22 colors
Pattern description
Capture the essence of transitional seasons with this counted cross-stitch pattern featuring delicate maple leaves suspended against a dreamy gradient sky. The composition balances two prominent leaves in warm golden tones against cooler green and blue background hues, creating visual depth and movement across the 100 x 100 stitch canvas. The layered leaf placement and organic branch work together to evoke a serene autumn afternoon.
This intermediate-level design uses 22 DMC thread colors to achieve its soft, muted palette of pale yellows, mossy greens, sky blues, and sage tones. The color harmony works beautifully on 14-count Aida fabric, where the gentle gradations become apparent as you build each section. The pastel mood makes this pattern suitable for creating a calming focal point in any room.
Perfect for seasonal home decor or gifting to nature enthusiasts, this needlework project offers satisfying progress without overwhelming complexity. The 10,000-stitch count provides meaningful stitching time while remaining achievable for crafters with some experience. Once framed, this piece brings contemplative autumn beauty indoors—ideal for creating a peaceful gallery wall or standalone accent piece that complements both traditional and contemporary interiors.
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: 100 x 100 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 7.1 x 7.1 inches or 181 x 181 mm
Suggested Material Size: 13 x 13 inches or 331 x 331 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
