Tulips
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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: 106 x 106
- 23 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 170 times
106 x 110 stitches 23 colors
Pattern description
Stitching tulips offers a delightful way to capture spring's elegance in counted cross stitch form. This 106 × 106 stitch design celebrates the graceful curves and vibrant petals of these beloved flowers through a carefully curated palette of 23 DMC thread colors. The moderate stitch count makes this pattern approachable yet satisfying, allowing you to create a finished piece that showcases impressive depth and dimension. As you work through each cross stitch, you'll experience the meditative rhythm of needlework while watching a garden of tulips bloom on your fabric. The variety of colors brings movement and life to the design, making it an engaging project that rewards your attention to detail.
This intermediate-level pattern is perfect for stitchers with some experience who are ready for a more complex color palette and design. The free printable PDF chart includes complete DMC color keys, making it simple to select your threads and follow along stitch by stitch. Work this counted cross stitch design on 14-count Aida fabric for a beautiful finished piece, or adjust your fabric count to create a larger or smaller embroidery. Whether you're creating a cherished keepsake or gifting your needlework to a fellow flower lover, this tulip pattern delivers professional-looking results with accessible instructions and clear charting.
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: 106 x 110 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 7.6 x 7.9 inches or 192 x 200 mm
Suggested Material Size: 13.5 x 13.8 inches or 342 x 350 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands