Gold Fishes
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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: 159 x 159
- 30 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 112 times
159 x 119 stitches 30 colors
Pattern description
Gold Fishes invites you to capture the elegant movement and lustrous detail of these captivating sea creatures through counted cross stitch. This aquatic design celebrates the intricate beauty of goldfish, making it a rewarding project for experienced stitchers seeking a challenge. The 159 × 159 stitch count provides substantial canvas for detailed needlework, while the palette of 30 DMC thread colors creates depth and dimension. Each shade has been carefully selected to render the fish's shimmering scales, flowing fins, and underwater ambiance with remarkable realism. As you progress through this cross stitch pattern, you'll appreciate how the varied color work brings these marine habitants to life, transforming individual stitches into a cohesive, dynamic composition.
This advanced-level embroidery project is designed for cross-stitchers with solid experience in complex color work and longer stitching sessions. The free printable PDF chart includes complete DMC color keys for easy reference, making it simple to organize your thread before beginning. This pattern works beautifully on 14-count Aida fabric, the standard choice for counted cross stitch projects of this scale. Whether you're expanding your sea-themed needlework collection or seeking your next ambitious project, Gold Fishes delivers both artistic satisfaction and the meditative joy that quality embroidery provides.
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 Black
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 159 x 119 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 11.4 x 8.5 inches or 289 x 216 mm
Suggested Material Size: 17.3 x 14.4 inches or 439 x 366 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands