Bright Sunflower Garden with Golden Blooms
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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: 40 x 40
- 4 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 255 times
40 x 51 stitches 4 colors
Pattern description
This cheerful counted cross stitch pattern showcases a central sunflower with warm golden petals and a rich brown center, surrounded by smaller blooms and leafy stems in a symmetrical garden composition. The limited four-color DMC palette—featuring bright yellows, forest green, rich brown, and cream—creates a vibrant yet balanced folk-art aesthetic that's perfect for beginners. At just 40 x 40 stitches, this small-scale design stitches up quickly on standard Aida fabric, making it an ideal first project or charming accent piece for home décor. The bold, pixelated style of this sunflower arrangement captures the cheerful energy of a cottage garden, with smaller golden blooms framing the design and sturdy green stems anchoring the composition. This pattern works beautifully as a framed needlework piece, greeting card design, or gift for gardening enthusiasts. The warm color palette evokes late summer and early autumn, making it seasonally versatile for year-round display or seasonal gift-giving occasions.
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: 40 x 51 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 2.9 x 3.6 inches or 73 x 93 mm
Suggested Material Size: 8.8 x 9.5 inches or 223 x 243 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
