Ruff and Tumble 2
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Curly Poodle Puppy in Autumn Leaves Cross Stitch Design
About the Design
This pattern captures a curly-coated puppy with soft caramel fur and dark, expressive eyes, nestled among tufts of green grass and scattered autumn leaves. The blue collar provides a striking contrast against the warm tones of the coat, while the layered greenery and leaf shapes add depth and texture to the background. At 200 by 198 stitches, the finished piece offers a nearly square format well suited to framing.
Skill Level and Time
Rated advanced, this design suits stitchers comfortable with fine detail work and subtle color blending. The dense stitch count of 39,600 reflects the level of shading needed to render the puppy's fur and the surrounding foliage convincingly, and most stitchers can expect to spend around 330 hours completing the chart from start to finish.
Palette and Materials
The chart draws on 25 colors, with a range of greens forming the grassy backdrop and warmer browns and tans shaping the leaves and puppy's coat. A single navy blue stands out for the collar, giving the eye a clear focal point amid the busier textures. Choose a mid-count fabric to keep the grid manageable, and work in small sections to track the many close color transitions throughout the piece.