Bright Red Berry on Green Leaf
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Berries have long symbolized abundance, vitality, and the sweetness of nature's reward. Whether wild or cultivated, these small clustered fruits emerge at the peak of growing seasons and have sustained human communities through foraging and farming for millennia. In art and needlework, the berry—especially rendered in vivid reds and surrounded by green—captures a moment of ripeness and readiness, embodying both the fragility and the resilience of the natural world. The bright, rounded form speaks to simplicity and natural beauty without pretense.
- Stitch count: 43 x 32
- 10 colors in the palette
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43 x 32 stitches 10 colors
Pattern description
A bold, juicy berry nestles among rich green foliage in this 43×43 counted cross-stitch pattern. The vibrant red fruit commands attention against the muted sage and olive tones of the surrounding leaves, creating a striking composition that celebrates the simplicity of nature's bounty. With ten DMC thread colors, this intermediate-level project balances accessible stitch counts with enough color variation to keep needleworkers engaged.
This pattern works beautifully as a small finished piece—perfect for framing in a kitchen, adorning a tea towel, or gifting to gardeners and food lovers alike. The warm, saturated palette gives it seasonal appeal for late summer and autumn décor, while the straightforward subject matter makes it ideal for stitchers seeking a quick, satisfying project that yields a cheerful, finished result without overwhelming complexity.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 43 x 32 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 3.1 x 2.3 inches or 78 x 58 mm
Suggested Material Size: 9 x 8.2 inches or 228 x 208 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
