Red Currants on Green Vine Branch
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Red currants are small, tart berries that grow in clustered strands from a single central stem, native to northern Europe and valued for jams, syrups, and fresh eating. Their glossy, jewel-like appearance and translucent quality have made them a favorite subject in still-life painting and botanical illustration for centuries, symbolizing summer abundance and careful cultivation.
- Stitch count: 64 x 127
- 27 colors in the palette
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64 x 127 stitches 27 colors
Pattern description
Red currants cascade down a graceful green stem in this jewel-toned cross-stitch design, rendered in 27 DMC shades across a 64×64 stitch count. The composition balances intricate shading within the leafy foliage at top with a rhythmic vertical chain of glossy berries below, creating a natural yet graphic appeal. At intermediate skill level, the pattern rewards careful color placement and blending techniques.
This counted cross-stitch captures the delicate structure of a currant cluster with dimensional reds and cream highlights that suggest spherical form and light reflection. The warm, saturated palette against a neutral background makes it ideal for framed needlework, kitchen décor, or a naturalist's collection—especially fitting for summer stitching or a gardener's gift. The design's vertical format suits narrow wall spaces and invites close viewing of the thread work's fine detail.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 64 x 127 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 4.6 x 9.1 inches or 116 x 230 mm
Suggested Material Size: 10.5 x 15 inches or 266 x 380 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
