North Sea
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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: 349 x 349
- 50 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 83 times
349 x 218 stitches 50 colors
Pattern description
North Sea invites stitchers to capture the dramatic beauty of coastal waters through counted cross stitch. This nature-inspired pattern challenges advanced needleworkers with its intricate detail and dynamic composition. The 349 × 349 stitch count creates a substantial project that rewards patience and precision, while the palette of 50 DMC thread colors brings depth and movement to the ocean scene. Each color transition builds the realistic waves and atmospheric effects that make seascapes so captivating to embroider. Working through this piece offers an immersive stitching experience as you gradually reveal the shoreline's character.
Perfect for experienced embroiderers, this advanced-level pattern arrives as a free printable PDF chart complete with DMC color keys for easy reference. The design is ideally stitched on Aida fabric, allowing you to work each square methodically while following the counted cross stitch chart. With clear symbols and color coding, you'll spend your time focused on the meditative rhythm of needlework rather than deciphering complicated instructions. Download your free pattern today and begin this rewarding needlepoint project that celebrates one of nature's most compelling subjects.
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: 349 x 218 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 24.9 x 15.6 inches or 633 x 396 mm
Suggested Material Size: 30.8 x 21.5 inches or 783 x 546 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands