Vintage Treasure Chest with Butterfly Garden Scene
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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: 280 x 280
- 40 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 44 times
280 x 220 stitches 40 colors
Pattern description
Whimsical and nostalgic, this 280x280 stitch counted cross-stitch pattern centers on a weathered wooden trunk nestled among sand dunes and delicate flowering plants. Cream-and-tan butterflies flutter across a soft gradient sky that transitions from pale blue-green to deeper azure, creating an enchanting seaside mood. The warm rustic tones of the chest contrast beautifully with cool sky hues and spring-green foliage, offering a gentle color harmony ideal for relaxation stitching. With 40 DMC thread colors and advanced skill level, this needlework project rewards experienced stitchers seeking a richly detailed piece. The composition balances intricate botanical details—flowering stems and individual plant elements—with the textured wooden trunk and scattered butterflies. Perfect for framing as vintage-inspired wall art or gifting to collectors of nostalgic embroidery, it evokes the timeless charm of found treasures and botanical illustration. Stitched on 14-count Aida fabric, the final piece showcases depth and dimension through careful thread selection and shading techniques.
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: 280 x 220 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 20 x 15.7 inches or 508 x 399 mm
Suggested Material Size: 25.9 x 21.6 inches or 658 x 549 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
