Watermelon
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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: 90 x 90
- 18 colors in the palette
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90 x 91 stitches 18 colors
Pattern description
Stitching a Watermelon design brings the fresh appeal of summer produce to your needlework projects. This vibrant vegetable pattern captures the natural contrast of deep green rinds and juicy red flesh, making it an engaging subject for counted cross stitch enthusiasts. With a 90 × 90 stitch count, the design offers a satisfying size that works well as a finished piece or component in a larger embroidery project. The palette of 18 DMC thread colors provides wonderful depth and dimension, allowing you to blend realistic shades that bring the fruit to life on your fabric.
Perfect for intermediate stitchers, this watermelon pattern delivers complexity without overwhelming beginners looking to expand their skills. The free printable PDF chart includes complete DMC color keys, making it simple to match threads and follow along with confidence. Simply print the chart and stitch on Aida fabric using your preferred hoop or frame. Whether you're creating a kitchen-themed embroidery series, designing seasonal decorations, or building a vegetable garden needlework collection, this counted cross stitch pattern offers a fun and rewarding stitching experience that produces a charming finished result.
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 Cream
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 90 x 91 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 6.4 x 6.5 inches or 163 x 165 mm
Suggested Material Size: 12.3 x 12.4 inches or 313 x 315 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands