Two young rabbits nestle together beneath a trailing vine of red rose hips, while a hare watches over the golden autumn field behind them. It’s a warm, seasonal scene worked in DMC thread across a 260 × 345 stitch grid.
Much of the soft fur and field shading in this design is built from blended colors — two thread numbers stitched together in the needle — which is what gives the rabbits their gentle, layered texture. Below you’ll find the pattern facts, materials list, color key, and both the color and black & white chart downloads.
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Difficulty: Advanced (large project)
Fabric: Aida, 14–28 count
Stitch Count: 260 × 345 stitches
Finished Size: from 9.3″ × 12.3″ (28 ct) up to 18.6″ × 24.6″ (14 ct) — see the full size table in the FAQ
Colors: 79 DMC thread colors (26 solid + 53 blends)
Estimated Time: roughly 140–260 hours, varying by skill level, stitching pace, and how quickly you work through the blends
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Materials & Supplies
- This pattern download — both the Color Chart and Black & White Chart versions are included
- Aida fabric, 14 to 28 count. Recommended colors: White, Antique White, Cream, Ivory, Pale Blue, Soft Aqua, Light Oatmeal, or Natural Linen-Look Aida
- DMC brand embroidery floss — this pattern calls for 79 thread colors: 26 solid colors plus 53 blended colors (see the color key below for exact numbers)
- For blend colors, use one strand each of the two listed DMC numbers combined in the same needle — not two strands of a single color
- Tapestry needle, size 24–26
- Embroidery scissors
- Hoop, Q-snap, or scroll frame — a scroll frame is worth considering given the height of this piece (345 stitches)
- Use 2 strands of thread total for each cross stitch
Tips for This Pattern
Before you start stitching
- This pattern leans heavily on blended colors — 53 of the 79 total. Sort your floss into solids and blends separately, and pre-pair the blend strands into labeled bobbins in batches before you start. This is the single biggest time-saver for a design like this one.
- Since the design is taller than it is wide, a scroll frame lets you roll finished sections out of the way rather than handling the full 345-stitch length at once.
- Work in horizontal bands from the top down, or break the chart into smaller sections and complete one at a time.
- The rabbits’ fur relies on several closely related blended browns — good, consistent light makes those much easier to tell apart.
- Keep the included color key close by throughout — with this many colors and blends, it’s easy to lose track of which two DMC numbers make up a given blend.
Color & Symbol Guide
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What brand of thread does this pattern use?
This pattern is charted for DMC brand thread. The color key lists the exact DMC numbers, including which two numbers make up each blended color.
What does “BLEND” mean on the color key?
A blend color is stitched using one strand each of two different DMC numbers held together in the same needle, rather than two strands of a single color. This pattern has 53 blend colors out of 79 total — a large share of the design — which is what gives the fur and field shading their soft, layered look.
What fabric size should I use?
Finished size depends on the Aida count you choose:
| Aida Count | Finished Size |
|---|---|
| 14 ct | 18.6″ × 24.6″ / 47.2 × 62.7 cm |
| 16 ct | 16.3″ × 21.6″ / 41.3 × 54.8 cm |
| 18 ct | 14.4″ × 19.2″ / 36.7 × 48.7 cm |
| 20 ct | 13.0″ × 17.3″ / 33.0 × 43.8 cm |
| 22 ct | 11.8″ × 15.7″ / 30.0 × 39.8 cm |
| 25 ct | 10.4″ × 13.8″ / 26.4 × 35.1 cm |
| 28 ct | 9.3″ × 12.3″ / 23.6 × 31.3 cm |
Is this a full coverage design?
Yes — the background is stitched throughout rather than left as bare fabric, which is part of why the finished piece looks so complete once framed.
How long does this pattern take to complete?
Plan on roughly 140–260 hours in total. This design is large on its own, and the heavy use of blended colors adds real prep and stitching time on top of that.
Are both the color and black & white charts included?
Yes, both versions are included in the download — use whichever you prefer to stitch from, or print the black & white version to mark up by hand.
Conclusion
This autumn scene rewards patience — between the tall 345-stitch canvas, the 79-color palette, and the 53 blended shades, it’s a genuine long-term project. But that same blending is exactly what gives the rabbits’ fur and the golden field their soft, painted depth once it’s finished.
Grab both chart versions below, sort your floss, and settle in. We’d love to see your progress if you share it!
