Leaves Vignette 2
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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: 76 x 76
- 3 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 64 times
76 x 43 stitches 3 colors
Pattern description
Leaves Vignette 2 brings organic elegance to your needlework with a graceful arrangement of leaf motifs that captures natural beauty in counted cross stitch form. This compact 76 × 76 stitch design offers a satisfying stitching experience without overwhelming complexity. Working with just three DMC thread colors, you'll create a sophisticated composition that demonstrates how minimal color palettes can achieve impressive visual depth. The leaf elements feature gentle curves and layered details that make this piece engaging to stitch while remaining manageable for most stitchers.
Perfect for beginners exploring counted cross stitch, this pattern combines accessibility with accomplished results. The free printable PDF chart includes clearly marked DMC color keys, making it simple to select your threads and follow along stitch by stitch. This vignette works beautifully on Aida fabric in standard 14-count or 16-count sizes, giving you flexibility in finished piece dimensions. Whether you're framing it as wall art, incorporating it into a larger embroidery project, or completing it as a quick decorative piece, Leaves Vignette 2 delivers professional-looking results that will have you proud of your 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: 76 x 43 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 5.4 x 3.1 inches or 138 x 78 mm
Suggested Material Size: 11.3 x 9 inches or 288 x 228 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands