Jewel-Toned Bellflowers with Trailing Vines
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Bellflowers—or Campanula—are beloved perennials known for their nodding, bell-shaped blooms that range from pale blue to deep purple. These cottage-garden staples have graced European and Asian gardens for centuries, valued both for their delicate appearance and their reliable annual return. The flowers typically bloom in summer and attract pollinators with their open faces, and many species self-seed generously, making them as practical as they are charming in border plantings.
- Stitch count: 127 x 127
- 15 colors in the palette
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127 x 127 stitches 15 colors
Pattern description
Five bell-shaped blooms in rich purples and lavenders cascade down this intermediate-level counted cross-stitch design, framed by a delicate green vine border dotted with small blue flowers. The 127×127 stitch count on 15 DMC thread colors creates a classic botanical composition that captures the graceful nodding quality of bellflowers in their peak season. The jewel-toned palette—deep purples, soft lavenders, and mossy greens—lends this pattern an heirloom feel perfect for framing or adding to a needlework collection.
Worked on standard Aida fabric with a manageable intermediate skill level, this design rewards careful color changes with a striking dimensional quality. The trailing vine border frames the central floral spray and adds movement without overwhelming the composition, making it an ideal project for stitchers ready to graduate from simple single-motif patterns. Once complete, the finished piece adapts beautifully to cottage-style décor, spring mantelpieces, or as a thoughtful handmade gift for gardeners and flower enthusiasts.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 127 x 127 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 9.1 x 9.1 inches or 230 x 230 mm
Suggested Material Size: 15 x 15 inches or 380 x 380 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
