Flowering Succulent in DMC - PAT0098 - Downloadable PDF

DMC Flowering Succulent Embroidery Pattern (PAT0098) – Free Downloadable PDF

The DMC Flowering Succulent pattern (PAT0098) is a free downloadable PDF embroidery design from DMC, part of their Nature series. This intermediate-level cross stitch project depicts a beautifully detailed flowering succulent plant, capturing the layered rosette form of a succulent in full bloom. The design uses a rich palette of greens, soft neutrals, and accent colours to recreate the natural texture and depth of succulent foliage and its delicate flowers.

What You Will Make

This pattern produces a finished cross stitch embroidery of a flowering succulent, rendered in careful colour gradations that give the plant a lifelike, botanical quality. The design is suitable for framing, mounting, or incorporating into home décor projects. It is part of DMC's broader Nature – Flowering Succulent / Floraison collection.

Techniques Used

• Cross Stitch (Point de Croix): The primary technique used throughout the design. Cross stitch involves forming small X-shaped stitches on an even-weave or Aida fabric to build up colour and form. This pattern uses 2 strands of thread for all cross stitch areas.
• Backstitch (Point arrière): Used to add fine outlines and detail work over the completed cross stitch. Backstitch creates crisp, defined lines that enhance the botanical realism of the succulent's leaves and flower petals. This pattern uses 1 strand of thread for all backstitch work.
• Satin Stitch: A speciality stitch incorporated into the design using DMC Mouliné Satin thread, adding a smooth, lustrous sheen to select areas of the composition for visual contrast and texture.

Stitches Used

• Cross Stitch – worked with 2 strands of DMC Mouliné Spécial ART 117
• Backstitch – worked with 1 strand for fine detail and outlining
• Satin Stitch – worked using DMC Mouliné Satin ART 1008F for a silky, reflective finish

Colours and Thread Requirements

The pattern calls for a carefully curated selection of DMC Mouliné Spécial ART 117 and DMC Mouliné Satin ART 1008F threads. Each colour requires one skein. The full colour list is as follows:

Cross Stitch Colours (2 strands)

• BLANC (White) – x1 skein
• DMC 928 (Very Light Grey Green) – x1 skein
• DMC S415 (Satin Pearl Grey) – x1 skein
• DMC 3799 (Very Dark Pewter Grey) – x1 skein
• DMC 899 (Medium Rose) – x1 skein
• DMC 307 (Lemon Yellow) – x1 skein
• DMC 370 (Medium Mustard) – x1 skein
• DMC 469 (Avocado Green) – x1 skein
• DMC 524 (Very Light Fern Green) – x1 skein
• DMC 3811 (Very Light Turquoise) – x1 skein
• DMC 310 (Black) – x1 skein

Backstitch Colours (1 strand)

• DMC 500 (Very Dark Blue Green) – x1 skein, used for deep botanical outlining
• DMC 310 (Black) – included in the cross stitch count above