Lake Ontario, Canada
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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
- 29 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 78 times
159 x 119 stitches 29 colors
Pattern description
Lake Ontario, Canada offers cross-stitchers an opportunity to capture the serene beauty of one of North America's Great Lakes through counted cross stitch. This intricate nature-inspired pattern invites you to recreate the majestic landscape with precision and care. With 159 × 159 stitches, you'll work with a generous canvas that reveals fine detail as you progress through each row. The palette features 29 DMC thread colors, creating rich depth and natural variation that brings the water, shoreline, and sky to life on Aida fabric. This mid-sized project strikes an excellent balance between complexity and manageability, allowing you to spend satisfying hours perfecting this picturesque scene.
Designed for advanced needleworkers, this Lake Ontario pattern challenges your embroidery skills while rewarding your dedication with a polished, gallery-worthy result. The free printable PDF chart includes a complete DMC color key, making it simple to organize your threads and follow along stitch by stitch. The pattern is optimized for standard Aida fabric, ensuring compatibility with your preferred counted cross stitch supplies. Whether you're an experienced stitcher seeking your next meaningful project or a nature enthusiast wanting to preserve a cherished landscape in needlework, this Canadian geography pattern delivers both technical satisfaction and natural beauty.
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: 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