Soft Pink Carnation with Green Stems
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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: 85 x 85
- 23 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 63 times
85 x 112 stitches 23 colors
Pattern description
This intermediate cross-stitch pattern captures a single carnation in delicate rose-pink tones, its ruffled petals rendered in soft shading against crisp green foliage. Composed at 85 x 85 stitches, the design balances the rounded fullness of the bloom with slender, gracefully angled stems and buds, creating natural movement within a compact square format. The palette of 23 DMC thread colors allows for sophisticated depth and dimension, particularly in the petal gradations from cream to dusty mauve, making this a rewarding intermediate project for stitchers ready to tackle color blending and shading techniques.
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: 85 x 112 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 6.1 x 8 inches or 154 x 203 mm
Suggested Material Size: 12 x 13.9 inches or 304 x 353 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
