Leaf Stamp

About the Design

A single leaf sits at the center of this chart, its veins picked out in a lighter green against a darker outline that shapes the outer edges and midrib. The design reads clearly as a stylized leaf stamp, ideal for a quick accent piece, a card insert, or a small framed study of botanical form.

Skill Level and Time

Worked on a 30 × 30 grid, this piece calls for 282 stitches total, making it a beginner-friendly project that most stitchers can finish in about 2.5 hours. The shape is symmetrical and the color changes are minimal, so counting stays simple even for those new to charted work.

Palette and Materials

Only two colors are needed, Crown and Apple Green, giving the leaf its layered depth without requiring a large thread stash. The limited palette also makes this pattern a good stash-buster or a quick way to test a new fabric count before starting a bigger project.