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: 185 x 185
- 18 colors in the palette
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185 x 121 stitches 18 colors
Pattern description
Tulips offer a rewarding challenge for experienced needleworkers who appreciate the elegance of spring blooms rendered in counted cross stitch. This intricate floral design captures the graceful curves and subtle color variations of tulips in full bloom, making it an engaging project that celebrates one of nature's most beloved flowers. The 185 × 185 stitch count creates a substantial, gallery-worthy finished piece, while the 18 DMC thread colors allow you to bring depth and dimension to each petal. The complexity of layering these colors throughout the design ensures an immersive stitching experience that keeps your needlework compelling from start to finish.
This advanced pattern is perfect for accomplished embroiderers seeking a meaningful project that showcases their skills. The free printable PDF chart comes complete with a detailed DMC color key, making it simple to select and organize your threads before beginning. The design works beautifully on Aida fabric, which provides the ideal structure for precise counted cross stitch work. Whether you're an experienced stitcher looking for your next ambitious project or someone ready to elevate your needlework abilities, this tulip pattern delivers both aesthetic beauty and the satisfying challenge that makes cross stitch so rewarding.
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: 185 x 121 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 13.2 x 8.6 inches or 336 x 220 mm
Suggested Material Size: 19.1 x 14.5 inches or 486 x 370 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands