Yellow Rose
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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: 156 x 156
- 23 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 89 times
156 x 122 stitches 23 colors
Pattern description
The Yellow Rose cross-stitch pattern captures the delicate beauty of a classic bloom in counted cross stitch form, making it a rewarding project for needleworkers who appreciate botanical subjects. This 156 × 156 stitch square design celebrates the elegant simplicity of a single rose, rendered with nuance through 23 carefully selected DMC thread colors. Each color works together to create depth and dimension, allowing you to explore shading techniques as you build the petals and leaves. The medium-sized stitch count provides enough complexity to keep you engaged without becoming overwhelming, offering a satisfying embroidery experience whether you complete it as a standalone piece or incorporate it into a larger needlework project.
Advanced stitchers will find this pattern ideally suited to their skill level, as it requires precision and attention to color placement to achieve the best results. The free printable PDF chart includes a complete DMC color key for easy reference while you work, and the design is perfectly proportioned for standard Aida fabric counts. Whether you prefer 14-count, 16-count, or 18-count Aida, this counted cross stitch pattern adapts beautifully to your chosen base fabric, making it accessible for finishing in your preferred hoop size or framing dimensions.
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: 156 x 122 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 11.1 x 8.7 inches or 283 x 221 mm
Suggested Material Size: 17 x 14.6 inches or 433 x 371 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands