Inside the Greenhouse in DMC - PAT0072 - Downloadable PDF

Inside the Greenhouse Embroidery Pattern by Irem Yazici for DMC – PAT0072

Inside the Greenhouse is a free, downloadable PDF embroidery pattern designed by Irem Yazici and published under the DMC brand (PAT0072). Rated as a beginner level project, this charming botanical design evokes the lush, layered atmosphere of a greenhouse interior, making it an ideal introduction to hand embroidery for newcomers and a delightful quick stitch for more experienced needleworkers.

What Is Being Made

The finished piece is a hand-embroidered textile design measuring approximately 12.5 cm x 13.5 cm. The pattern is presented bilingually in English and French (À l'intérieur de la serre chaude), reflecting DMC's international audience. The design features botanical motifs consistent with a greenhouse theme — layered foliage, flowers, and plant forms rendered in a rich palette of greens, warm neutrals, and accent colours.

Materials Required

• DMC Mouliné Spécial ART 117 S – the primary stranded cotton embroidery floss, used with 3 strands throughout
• DMC Mouliné Satin ART W1008F – a satin-finish floss that adds a subtle sheen to selected areas of the design
• Fabric – the pattern requires an appropriate embroidery fabric of the stitcher's choice
• Needle – a needle sized no. 6 or no. 7 is recommended
• Transfer method – a Magic Sheet, transfer pen, or transfer paper is needed to transfer the design onto the fabric

Thread Colours Used

The pattern calls for 13 individual colours, each requiring one skein. The full colour list includes the following DMC thread codes:

• 3021 – deep brown-grey
• 727 – pale yellow
• 500 – very dark blue-green
• Ecru – warm off-white
• 3827 – pale golden brown
• 502 – blue-green
• 503 – medium blue-green
• 3779 – ultra very light terra cotta
• 780 – ultra very dark topaz
• 730 – very dark olive green
• 734 – light olive green
• 402 – very light mahogany
• 718 – plum

This carefully curated palette blends deep botanical greens with warm earthy tones and a pop of plum, capturing the vibrant yet organic feel of a greenhouse environment.

Stitches Used

The pattern uses five distinct embroidery stitches, each assigned a code letter in the technical chart to guide placement across the design:

• Satin Stitch (Code A) – a classic filling stitch worked by laying parallel threads closely together to cover an area with a smooth, solid surface. It is used extensively throughout the design and is ideal for filling leaf and petal shapes cleanly.
• Chain Stitch (Code B) – a looped stitch that creates a linked, rope-like line. It is well suited to outlines, stems, and curved forms, giving the design a flowing, organic quality.
• Backstitch (Code C) – one of the most fundamental embroidery stitches, creating a solid, continuous line by working backwards along the stitch path. It is commonly used for fine outlines and detail work.
• Stem Stitch (Code D) – a slightly overlapping diagonal stitch that produces a twisted, rope-like line, traditionally used for plant stems and curved outlines. It complements the botanical theme perfectly.
• Seed Stitch (Code E) – small, scattered straight stitches placed randomly or evenly across an area to create texture and a light, airy fill. It adds visual interest and dimension without