Golden Weimaraner in Verdant Landscape Setting
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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: 144 x 144
- 38 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 42 times
144 x 127 stitches 38 colors
Pattern description
Capture the noble profile of a lean hunting dog posed against rolling green hills in this 144 x 144 stitch pattern. The composition showcases the breed's distinctive sleek musculature and alert stance, rendered in warm tan and russet tones that pop beautifully against the cool sage and forest-green background. This counted cross stitch design demands patience and precision from advanced needleworkers, requiring 38 DMC thread colors to achieve the subtle shading that brings depth and dimension to the dog's athletic form.
Creating this needlework project offers an engaging challenge for experienced stitchers ready to work with a complex palette and intricate color transitions. The rustic, naturalistic color mood—warm earth tones contrasted with muted greens—makes this piece ideal for dog lovers and hunters seeking meaningful home décor. Worked on standard Aida fabric with DMC threads, the finished square design works beautifully framed as wall art or incorporated into a larger textile project. The finished piece celebrates the elegance and purpose-bred beauty of the Weimaraner breed while serving as a rewarding accomplishment for dedicated cross-stitch 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: 144 x 127 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 10.3 x 9.1 inches or 261 x 230 mm
Suggested Material Size: 16.2 x 15 inches or 411 x 380 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
