Blue Delphinium Spikes with Layered Petals
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Delphiniums are beloved garden perennials known for their towering spikes of blue, purple, or pink flowers that can reach 4–6 feet tall. Ancient Greeks named them after dolphins, fancying the flower's shape resembled a dolphin's nose. They're classic cottage-garden staples and symbolize dignity, grace, and a bold, open heart.
- Stitch count: 138 x 130
- 19 colors in the palette
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138 x 130 stitches 19 colors
Pattern description
Two tall spikes of blue delphiniums dominate this counted cross-stitch pattern, their densely-packed florets rendered in graduated shades from pale sky-blue to deep cobalt. Green stems and foliage ground the composition, creating a naturalistic yet stylized botanical study that captures the flower's characteristic vertical growth habit.
With 19 DMC thread colors across 138 × 138 stitches, this intermediate-level design rewards patient needleworkers with a striking, garden-fresh result suitable for framing or gifting to flower enthusiasts. The soft, layered color transitions typical of delphinium blooms are achieved through careful thread selection, making this pattern an engaging project for stitchers ready to move beyond solid fills into more nuanced color blending.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 138 x 130 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 9.9 x 9.3 inches or 250 x 236 mm
Suggested Material Size: 15.8 x 15.2 inches or 400 x 386 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
