Rocky River Landscape with Cool Aqua Tones
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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: 316 x 316
- 30 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 133 times
316 x 241 stitches 30 colors
Pattern description
Thirty DMC thread colors bring this tranquil riverside scene to life, with boulders and lush green vegetation framing a serene blue waterway. The composition draws the eye from the rocky foreground across calm water to distant treelines, creating satisfying depth. Cool aqua and soft green hues dominate the palette, evoking a peaceful natural refuge ideal for landscape lovers seeking a meditative stitching journey.
Advanced stitchers will appreciate the complexity of this 316 x 316 stitch pattern, which demands precision in blending subtle color transitions across water, stone, and foliage. Worked on Aida fabric with quality DMC threads, the 30-color palette challenges needleworkers to master shading techniques that capture the play of light on water and texture in vegetation. The finished piece becomes a striking nature wall hanging, perfect for outdoor-themed home décor or gifting to those who treasure scenic embroidery art.
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: 316 x 241 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 22.6 x 17.2 inches or 573 x 437 mm
Suggested Material Size: 28.5 x 23.1 inches or 723 x 587 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
