Summer
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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: 169 x 169
- 30 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 52 times
169 x 112 stitches 30 colors
Pattern description
Summer is a flower-themed counted cross stitch pattern that captures the vibrant essence of the season through intricate needlework. This 169 × 169 stitch design brings botanical beauty to life with a rich palette of 30 DMC thread colors, creating depth and dimension in every floral element. Stitching this pattern offers an immersive embroidery experience, with the substantial stitch count allowing you to develop your technique while watching a detailed floral composition unfold on your Aida fabric.
Designed for advanced needleworkers, Summer challenges experienced stitchers with its complexity and color variations while rewarding patience with a truly professional-looking finished piece. The pattern is available as a free printable PDF chart complete with DMC color keys for easy reference at your stitching station. Whether you're working on 14-count or 18-count Aida fabric, this counted cross stitch pattern provides the precision and detail that serious embroidery enthusiasts crave, making it an ideal project for expanding your needlework portfolio.
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: 169 x 112 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 12.1 x 8 inches or 307 x 203 mm
Suggested Material Size: 18 x 13.9 inches or 457 x 353 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands