Bright Green Oak Cross Stitch Pattern
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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: 55 x 55
- 10 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 98 times
55 x 79 stitches 10 colors
Pattern description
This counted cross stitch captures a full, flourishing oak tree rendered in cheerful spring greens with a solid brown trunk. The rounded, billowing canopy dominates the composition, creating a silhouette that speaks to natural abundance and growth. At 55 x 55 stitches, it's an approachable medium-sized project suited to intermediate stitchers who've mastered basic techniques.
Ten DMC thread colors bring depth to the foliage, blending lighter yellows and lime greens with darker forest tones to suggest dimension and movement within the leafy crown. The warm brown trunk grounds the design with earthy contrast. This palette evokes a timeless, naturalistic mood that works equally well in contemporary or traditional decor.
The intermediate skill level makes this pattern ideal for stitchers ready to work with multiple thread shades and blend colors strategically. Stitch it on 14-count Aida fabric for a finished piece around 4 inches square, perfect for framing, pillow projects, or gifting to nature lovers. The design's universal symbolism—strength, endurance, home—translates beautifully into personalized needlework gifts for housewarmings or garden enthusiasts.
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: 55 x 79 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 3.9 x 5.6 inches or 100 x 143 mm
Suggested Material Size: 9.8 x 11.5 inches or 250 x 293 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
