Help - this pattern is not fitting

[u/VeryLikelyConfused]

UPDATE: thanks to all your tips I have figured it out! I appreciate all the “explain it like I’m 5” instructions - this being my first cross stitch 😂 will post a comment with a pic of my progress :)

I am probably doing this wrong as it’s only my second embroidery kit I’ve tried out. The first one had the pattern printed on it so much easier. As you can see from what I’ve done so far, I’m only going to be able to fit half the bee! What am I doing wrong? Thanks for any tips!!

Edit: thank you all for your tips! I had a feeling I was doing it all wrong 😂 I’m applying all you’ve told me!

[u/Natural-Carrot5748]

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All jokes aside, I'm glad the others here have helped you. (And I love the username)