Soft Blue Lotus with Morning Sun
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The lotus holds profound significance in Thai and broader Asian culture, symbolizing spiritual awakening and purity because it blooms immaculately from muddy water. In Buddhism, the flower's three stages—root in mud, stem through water, blossom above the surface—mirror the path to enlightenment. The blue lotus, rarer than its white and pink cousins, carries particular reverence as a symbol of wisdom and the victory of the spirit over worldly obstacles.
- Stitch count: 112 x 84
- 30 colors in the palette
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112 x 84 stitches 30 colors
Pattern description
A luminous blue lotus rises against a verdant green background in this serene 112×112 cross-stitch design. The flower's delicate petals are rendered in soft periwinkle and pale blue tones, creating a gentle gradient that suggests depth and dimension. A warm cream sun glows in the upper right corner, completing a peaceful botanical composition inspired by Thai tradition.
Stitching this intermediate-level pattern requires 30 DMC thread colors on Aida fabric, offering an engaging project for needleworkers ready to move beyond beginner designs. The color palette—cool blues against warm greens and golden light—makes this an ideal introduction to working with subtle tonal variations and shading techniques.
Consider this pattern for a serene bedroom or meditation space, where its tranquil mood and water-garden imagery naturally complement calming home decor. The finished piece works beautifully framed or as a decorative pillow accent, and its relatively compact stitch count makes it a rewarding weekend or week-long project that yields a polished, gallery-worthy result.
Material Type: Aida Generic Cream
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 112 x 84 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 8 x 6 inches or 203 x 152 mm
Suggested Material Size: 13.9 x 11.9 inches or 353 x 302 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
