This fine art counted cross stitch pattern entitled The Homecoming designed from a painting by Edward Lamson Henry shows a heartwarming scene of a horse-drawn carriage arriving at a sun-drenched farmstead, where blossoming fruit trees frame a family greeting one another. In creating this piece, the artist wanted to emphasize the nostalgic beauty of rural American life and the simple, enduring joy of returning to one’s roots. The colors used are a vibrant celebration of spring, featuring brilliant whites and soft pinks in the flowering orchards that contrast beautifully with the warm, golden light of the dirt path and the rustic reds of the farmhouse. This pattern is for Americana and landscape lovers who appreciate the meticulous historical detail and the peaceful, storytelling charm of 19th-century genre painting. The scene captures a quiet countryside afternoon, sweet with the scent of blossoms and the gentle clip-clop of horses. Only full cross stitches are used in our patterns. No blended colors are used. Instead, we use a variety of solid colors to achieve a more realistic effect.
Artist: Edward Lamson Henry
Stitch Count: 396w x 254h
Fabric: Aida, Antique White
Four approximate finished sizes:
14,16,18 and 22 Count
| Final Pattern Sizes: |
| 14 Count, 28-1/4w X 18-1/8h in |
| 16 Count, 24-3/4w X 15-7/8h in |
| 18 Count, 22w X 14h in (Kit comes in 18 Count size) |
| 22 Count, 18w X 11-1/2h in |
*Please Note: The above dimensions do not include frame or mat.
Number of Colors Used: 126
What you will receive!!! Our patterns arrive with a color visual photo of finished design, wash and care instructions, handy tips for working the pattern, instruction sheet detailing color of fabric, sizes, a complete color listing including number of skeins to purchase. The pages are safely enclosed in a clear, reclosable polybag.
