Soft Pastel Bellflowers on Trailing Stem
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Bellflowers (Campanula) are beloved garden perennials recognized by their distinctive bell-shaped blooms that nod gracefully on slender stems. These flowers typically bloom in shades of blue, purple, pink, and white, and have been cultivated for centuries across Europe and temperate Asia. Their nodding habit—the way the flowers hang downward from the stem—is not merely aesthetic but functional: it protects the flower's pollen from rain and allows visiting bees to work within the bloom while remaining sheltered. Bellflowers symbolize constancy and gratitude in the language of flowers, and they remain popular choices for cottage gardens and wildflower meadows.
- Stitch count: 131 x 133
- 14 colors in the palette
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131 x 133 stitches 14 colors
Pattern description
Four delicate bellflowers in shades of mauve and lavender cascade down a gracefully curving green stem in this intermediate-level counted cross-stitch design. Each bloom displays subtle color gradations—from soft purple centers to pale lilac edges—creating dimension across the 131 x 131 stitch count. The composition balances botanical realism with a gentle, watercolor-like palette using 14 DMC thread colors. Perfect for stitchers ready to explore shading techniques and curved stem work, this pattern combines the meditative rhythm of needlework with a finished piece suitable for framing in a bedroom or study.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 131 x 133 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 9.4 x 9.5 inches or 238 x 241 mm
Suggested Material Size: 15.3 x 15.4 inches or 388 x 391 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
