Red Amanita Mushroom with White Spots
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The red-capped Amanita muscaria, commonly known as a fly agaric or toadstool, is one of the most iconic and instantly recognizable mushrooms in European folklore and popular culture. With its brilliant red cap adorned with white warts (actually remnants of the universal veil), it has inspired fairy tales, forest imagery, and decorative arts for centuries. Despite its vivid, inviting appearance, the Amanita muscaria contains psychoactive compounds and is toxic—a striking reminder that nature's most beautiful offerings aren't always safe. This mushroom appears across countless traditions as a symbol of enchantment, danger, and the wild forest itself.
- Stitch count: 41 x 41
- 5 colors in the palette
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41 x 41 stitches 5 colors
Pattern description
This bold 41×41 stitch counted cross-stitch captures the iconic silhouette of a red toadstool with crisp white spots—a design that works beautifully on beginner-friendly Aida cloth using just five DMC thread colors. The warm rustic palette of deep reds, creams, and browns creates a forest-floor charm that translates perfectly into a small finished piece ideal for framing, ornaments, or seasonal decor. At beginner skill level, this mushroom motif offers straightforward stitching without complex blending, making it an accessible entry point for needleworkers new to counted cross-stitch who want satisfying, recognizable results.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 41 x 41 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 2.9 x 2.9 inches or 74 x 74 mm
Suggested Material Size: 8.8 x 8.8 inches or 224 x 224 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
