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Golden Meadow with Tall Shade Trees

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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: 200 x 200
  • 27 colors in the palette
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Summer Day free cross-stitch pattern

200 x 230 stitches 27 colors

Pattern description

This counted cross stitch pattern captures a warm, sunlit countryside scene dominated by a striking tall tree rising from a luminous golden field. The composition draws the eye upward through the pale tree trunk against deeper background trees, creating elegant vertical rhythm. With 27 DMC thread colors blended across 200 x 200 stitches, the design uses soft greens, warm golds, and muted earth tones to evoke a peaceful rural landscape. The advanced skill level rewards patient stitchers with rich color blending and subtle shading that brings depth to both foreground and distant woodland.

Working this needlework on 14-count Aida fabric offers an immersive stitching experience for experienced cross-stitchers seeking a medium-sized project with dimensional complexity. The interplay of golden yellows against forest greens creates a naturally calming color story perfect for rural-themed home décor, farmhouse settings, or nature lover's spaces. Upon completion, the finished piece celebrates quiet pastoral beauty and makes a thoughtful gift for those drawn to countryside aesthetics and outdoor scenes. The downloadable PDF chart provides clear guidance for navigating the detailed thread palette and color transitions throughout this serene landscape composition.

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: 200 x 230 stitches

Sewn Design Size: 14.3 x 16.4 inches or 363 x 417 mm

Suggested Material Size: 20.2 x 22.3 inches or 513 x 567 mm

Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands