Blooming Cactus
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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: 150 x 150
- 40 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 75 times
150 x 113 stitches 40 colors
Pattern description
The Blooming Cactus pattern brings a delightful desert charm to your needlework with its intricate floral details set against spiky botanical forms. This counted cross stitch design captures the unique appeal of cacti in bloom, offering stitchers a rewarding project that celebrates nature's most resilient beauties. With 150 × 150 stitches, you'll work through a generous canvas that allows for rich detail and visual impact. The pattern incorporates 40 DMC thread colors, creating depth and dimension as you build layers of petals, spines, and desert landscape elements. Each color transition guides you toward a finished piece that showcases the complexity and texture of a flowering cactus in its full glory.
This advanced-level pattern is perfect for experienced embroiderers seeking a challenging project that rewards careful attention to color placement and stitch precision. Your free printable PDF chart includes a complete DMC color key, making it easy to organize your threads and follow along stitch by stitch. The design is optimized for Aida fabric, the classic choice for counted cross stitch needlework, ensuring excellent results whether you stitch on 14-count, 16-count, or your preferred fabric count. Download your pattern today and begin this beautiful journey into desert botanicals.
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: 150 x 113 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 10.7 x 8.1 inches or 272 x 205 mm
Suggested Material Size: 16.6 x 14 inches or 422 x 355 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands