Bellflowers
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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: 127 x 127
- 15 colors in the palette
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127 x 127 stitches 15 colors
Pattern description
Bellflowers offer a charming subject for needleworkers seeking an elegant floral counted cross stitch project with graceful, delicate blooms. This pattern captures the gentle curves and clustered bell-shaped flowers in a compact 127 × 127 stitch design that balances visual interest with manageable scope. The composition uses 15 DMC thread colors to create depth and dimension throughout the piece, allowing you to build the flowers through layered stitching techniques that bring the botanical details to life. The color palette ranges from soft pastels to richer tones, creating a naturalistic rendering of these beloved garden flowers.
Bellflowers is rated as an intermediate embroidery project, making it ideal for stitchers with some needlework experience who want to expand their skills. The pattern is available as a free printable PDF chart complete with DMC color keys, simplifying your thread selection and preparation process. The design works beautifully on Aida fabric of various counts, allowing you to customize the finished size to suit your needs. Whether you're creating a small framed piece or incorporating it into a larger needlework project, this free cross stitch pattern provides clear guidance for a rewarding stitching experience.
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: 127 x 127 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 9.1 x 9.1 inches or 230 x 230 mm
Suggested Material Size: 15 x 15 inches or 380 x 380 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands