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Snowy Pine Forest with Cool Muted Palette

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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: 164 x 164
  • 27 colors in the palette
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Winter free cross-stitch pattern

164 x 116 stitches 27 colors

Pattern description

Evergreen trees dusted with fresh snow dominate this serene winter landscape, rendered in cool blues and soft whites that evoke a crisp mountain morning. The composition draws the eye across rolling snowy terrain toward distant peaks, with dark forest silhouettes creating natural depth. The cross-stitch pattern captures the quiet majesty of a winter woodland at 164 x 164 stitches, making it substantial enough for display yet manageable for experienced needleworkers.

At 27 DMC thread colors, this advanced-level pattern demands careful color differentiation and attention to shading. The palette relies heavily on cool tones—icy blues, soft grays, and whites—that blend smoothly to suggest snow texture and atmospheric perspective. Stitchers will appreciate the technical challenge of gradual color transitions that bring the distant mountains and foreground snow to life.

This winter landscape makes a striking addition to cabin décor, bedrooms, or any space craving a peaceful alpine mood. Finished on 14-count Aida fabric, the piece measures approximately 11.7 by 11.7 inches, ideal for framing or hanging as a contemplative focal point. The cooler color palette complements rustic, modern, or Nordic-inspired interiors beautifully.

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: 164 x 116 stitches

Sewn Design Size: 11.7 x 8.3 inches or 298 x 210 mm

Suggested Material Size: 17.6 x 14.2 inches or 448 x 360 mm

Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands