Avocado
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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: 20 x 20
- 9 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 116 times
20 x 31 stitches 9 colors
Pattern description
Stitching an Avocado is a delightful way to celebrate one of today's most beloved fruits through counted cross stitch. This charming design captures the simple elegance of a halved avocado with its distinctive pit and creamy green flesh, making it an instantly recognizable and satisfying project. The 20 × 20 stitch count creates a compact piece that works wonderfully as a standalone embroidery or incorporated into larger needlework projects. Using just 9 DMC thread colors, the pattern balances simplicity with visual interest, allowing the natural gradient of the avocado's tones to shine through your stitching.
Perfect for beginners venturing into counted cross stitch, this pattern provides the ideal introduction to embroidery fundamentals without overwhelming complexity. The free printable PDF chart includes a complete DMC color key, making it easy to select your threads and follow along stitch by stitch. This design works beautifully on Aida fabric, the standard choice for cross stitch projects, and the modest size means you'll complete it quickly while building confidence in your needlework skills. Whether you're creating a handmade gift or adding to your personal collection, this Avocado pattern delivers satisfying results for stitchers of all experience levels.
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: 20 x 31 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 1.4 x 2.2 inches or 36 x 56 mm
Suggested Material Size: 7.3 x 8.1 inches or 186 x 206 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands