Jewel-Toned Sunflower with Autumn Harvest Composition
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The sunflower has long symbolized abundance, loyalty, and the cycle of seasons—its large central disk surrounded by radiating petals makes it one of nature's most recognizable geometric forms. Helianthus annuus naturally tracks the sun's movement across the sky during its growth, a behavior called heliotropism. In autumn harvest imagery, sunflowers appear alongside apples and grain as emblems of ripeness and the gratitude-filled transition from summer to fall, marking the moment when seeds mature and crops reach peak readiness for gathering.
- Stitch count: 271 x 283
- 50 colors in the palette
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271 x 283 stitches 50 colors
Pattern description
This advanced cross-stitch design brings an autumn palette to life with a commanding sunflower anchored by warm golden roots and surrounded by apples, berries, and wheat. The color composition uses 50 DMC threads to create rich depth, layering deep reds and burgundies against sunny yellows and earthy browns, creating a harvest-season mood that feels both bold and nostalgic. At 271 × 271 stitches, this counted cross-stitch project demands experienced needlework skills and rewards patience with a substantial, gallery-worthy finished piece perfect for autumn décor or as a gift for gardening and seasonal-motif enthusiasts.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 271 x 283 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 19.4 x 20.2 inches or 492 x 514 mm
Suggested Material Size: 25.3 x 26.1 inches or 642 x 664 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
