A ring of golden sunflowers frames a full clock face, complete with numbers and hands, in this cheerful design worked in DMC thread across a 200 × 175 stitch grid. Once finished, it’s ready to mount into a real working wall clock.
Unlike a lot of our patterns, this one is stitched edge to edge — the white clock face and the space around the sunflowers are filled in, giving it a clean, finished look with no bare fabric showing through the numbers. Below you’ll find the pattern facts, materials list, color key, and all four pattern file downloads.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Fabric: Aida, 14–28 count
Stitch Count: 200 × 175 stitches
Finished Size: from 7.1″ × 6.3″ (28 ct) up to 14.3″ × 12.5″ (14 ct) — see the full size table in the FAQ
Colors: 13 DMC thread colors
Estimated Time: roughly 28–42 hours, varying by skill level and stitching pace
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Materials & Supplies
- This pattern download — the Color Chart, Black & White Chart, a One Page Pattern version, and a Pattern Keeper app file are all included
- Aida fabric, 14 to 28 count. Recommended colors: White, Antique White, Cream, Ivory, Light Beige, Natural, Soft Oatmeal, or Natural Linen-Look Aida
- DMC brand embroidery floss — this pattern calls for 13 colors, mostly golden yellows and browns for the sunflowers and numbers
- Tapestry needle, size 24–26
- Embroidery scissors
- Hoop or Q-snap frame — this design is a good midsize project, so either works well
- A clock insert/movement kit, sized to fit your finished piece, if you’d like to mount it as a working clock rather than framing it as wall art
- Use 2 strands of thread for all cross stitching
Tips for This Pattern
Before you start stitching
- Because this design is stitched edge to edge, sort and label your floss (bobbins or baggies marked with the DMC numbers) before you start — you’ll be working through more total stitches than the numbers alone suggest.
- Stitch the clock face outline and numbers first to keep everything centered and level, then fill in the white background, then work the sunflower border last.
- The sunflower centers rely on several closely related browns — good, consistent light makes those much easier to tell apart.
- If you plan to turn this into a working clock, check your clock movement kit’s shaft length and hole size before you finish framing the piece, so you know exactly where to place the center hole.
Color & Symbol Guide
Download the Pattern
Color Chart Pattern
Watch Ad to Unlock DownloadBlack & White Chart Pattern
Watch Ad to Unlock DownloadOne Page Pattern
Watch Ad to Unlock DownloadPattern Keeper App File
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What brand of thread does this pattern use?
This pattern is charted for DMC brand thread. The color key lists all 13 DMC numbers used, along with the name and stitch count for each.
What fabric size should I use?
Finished size depends on the Aida count you choose:
| Aida Count | Finished Size |
|---|---|
| 14 ct | 14.3″ × 12.5″ / 36.3 × 31.8 cm |
| 16 ct | 12.5″ × 10.9″ / 31.8 × 27.8 cm |
| 18 ct | 11.1″ × 9.7″ / 28.2 × 24.7 cm |
| 20 ct | 10.0″ × 8.8″ / 25.4 × 22.2 cm |
| 22 ct | 9.1″ × 8.0″ / 23.1 × 20.2 cm |
| 25 ct | 8.0″ × 7.0″ / 20.3 × 17.8 cm |
| 28 ct | 7.1″ × 6.3″ / 18.1 × 15.9 cm |
Is this a full coverage design?
Yes — the clock face and background are stitched throughout rather than left as bare fabric, which is what gives it a clean, finished look once it’s mounted or framed.
Can I turn this into a working clock?
Yes — once stitched and mounted (over foam board or similar backing), you can fit it with a standard clock movement kit and hands, available at most craft stores. Just be sure the kit’s shaft length works with the thickness of your backing.
How long does this pattern take to complete?
Plan on roughly 28–42 hours in total. Because the design is stitched edge to edge rather than leaving open background, it takes a bit longer than a similarly sized open-background pattern.
What’s included in the download?
Four files: the full-color chart, a black & white chart you can print and mark up by hand, a condensed one-page version of the pattern, and a file formatted for the Pattern Keeper app if you prefer to stitch from your phone or tablet.
Conclusion
This sunflower clock is a fun, functional project — the edge-to-edge stitching takes a bit more time than an open-background design, but the payoff is a finished piece you can actually hang and use, not just admire.
Grab all four pattern files below, sort your floss, and settle in. We’d love to see your progress if you share it!
