Deer
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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: 116 x 116
- 30 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 50 times
116 x 135 stitches 30 colors
Pattern description
Stitching a Deer pattern captures the graceful elegance of wildlife in counted cross stitch form. This intermediate-level animal design features a detailed 116 × 116 stitch count that creates a perfectly sized square project, ideal for framing or gifting. The design utilizes 30 DMC thread colors, offering rich depth and realistic shading that brings the deer to life on fabric. Working with this palette of hues challenges your needlework skills while remaining achievable for stitchers with prior experience. Each color placement has been carefully selected to create dimension and capture the gentle nature of this woodland creature.
This free printable PDF chart comes complete with a detailed DMC color key, making it simple to select and organize your threads before beginning. The pattern is perfectly suited for 14-count Aida fabric, the standard choice for counted cross stitch projects of this scale. Whether you're an intermediate stitcher looking to expand your animal embroidery portfolio or searching for a meaningful project to complete, this deer pattern offers the right balance of complexity and accessibility. Download your chart today and transform thread and fabric into a stunning piece of needlework.
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: 116 x 135 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 8.3 x 9.6 inches or 210 x 245 mm
Suggested Material Size: 14.2 x 15.5 inches or 360 x 395 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands