Pansies - PDF

Pansies Cross Stitch Pattern (KDS #1542) by Kooler Design Studio

This Pansies embroidery chart (catalog number KDS #1542) is a beautifully detailed cross stitch design from Kooler Design Studio, Inc., created by designer Jorja Hernandez and published in 2016 as part of the Kooler Classic Charts series. The finished piece depicts lush, richly colored pansy blooms and is suitable for stitchers of all levels, including beginners who are comfortable reading a basic cross stitch chart. The pattern is delivered as a downloadable PDF, making it immediately accessible after purchase.

What Is Being Made

The project produces a decorative cross stitch embroidery panel featuring pansies — one of the most beloved floral motifs in needlework. With a stitch count of 96 stitches wide by 93 stitches high, the design renders the characteristic velvety petals and subtle color gradations of pansy flowers through a carefully curated palette of DMC floss colors. Once completed, the piece can be framed, mounted, or incorporated into home décor as a standalone decorative accent.

Finished Size and Fabric Options

The pattern is designed to be stitched on 14-count White Aida fabric, which is the standard recommended ground cloth. Depending on the fabric count chosen, the finished embroidery dimensions will vary:

• 14-count Aida: approximately 6¾ inches wide × 6⅝ inches high
• 16-count Aida: approximately 6 inches wide × 5¾ inches high
• 18-count Aida: approximately 5¼ inches wide × 5⅛ inches high

The pattern recommends adding 4 to 6 inches to each measurement when cutting the fabric, ensuring enough border for framing or finishing. Higher fabric counts produce a finer, more detailed result, while 14-count Aida is ideal for beginners due to its clearly visible weave.

Techniques Used

This pattern employs two core embroidery techniques that together create a polished, dimensional floral image:

• Cross Stitch (Full Stitches): The primary technique used to fill in the design. Each cross stitch is formed by making two diagonal stitches that cross at the center, creating the characteristic X shape. Cross stitching on Aida cloth is particularly beginner-friendly because the evenly woven grid of holes guides needle placement naturally.
• Backstitch: Used for outlining and adding fine detail, backstitch creates clean, continuous lines that define the edges of petals, stems, and other elements. Backstitching gives the finished piece a crisp, illustrated quality that elevates the overall appearance of the floral design.

Stitches and Strand Counts

The pattern specifies precise strand usage to ensure consistent texture and coverage:

• Full Cross Stitches: worked using 3 strands of DMC embroidery floss, providing good coverage on 14-count Aida
• Backstitching: worked using 1 strand of DMC floss, creating delicate, precise outlines without overwhelming the filled areas

Materials: Floss and Colors

The design calls for DMC embroidery floss in a rich palette of greens, purples, pinks, blues, and neutrals that capture the natural beauty of pansy blooms. The full list of DMC thread colors specified in the pattern includes:

• DMC 367 — dark green (cross stitch)
• DMC 368 — medium green (cross stitch)
• DMC 369 — light green (cross stitch)
• DMC 400 — dark brown (cross stitch and backstitch)
• DMC 550 — deep violet (cross stitch and backstitch)
• DMC 722 — light orange spice (cross stitch)
• DMC 742 — light tangerine (cross st