Elephant
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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: 165 x 165
- 15 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 102 times
165 x 117 stitches 15 colors
Pattern description
Stitching an Elephant offers needleworkers the chance to capture the gentle majesty of these magnificent creatures through counted cross stitch. This 165 × 165 stitch design brings realistic detail and texture to your embroidery project, showcasing the elephant's distinctive features through a carefully curated palette of 15 DMC thread colors. The varied color selection creates depth and dimension, allowing you to blend shades that bring the animal to life on fabric. As you work through this medium-sized project, you'll appreciate how the color gradations work together to define the elephant's form, from its expressive eyes to its textured skin, making each stitching session a rewarding experience.
Advanced needleworkers will find the complexity and color work in this pattern engaging and fulfilling. The free printable PDF chart includes a complete DMC color key, making it simple to select your threads and begin your counted cross stitch journey. This pattern works beautifully on Aida fabric in standard gauges, giving you flexibility in choosing your finished piece size. Whether you're an experienced stitcher looking for a challenging project or someone seeking to expand their embroidery skills, this elephant design provides the perfect combination of technical interest and artistic satisfaction.
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: 165 x 117 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 11.8 x 8.4 inches or 299 x 212 mm
Suggested Material Size: 17.7 x 14.3 inches or 449 x 362 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands