Pastel Butterflies and Flowers Garden
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Butterflies undergo one of nature's most dramatic transformations, a complete metamorphosis from caterpillar to winged adult. During this process, called holometabolism, the insect dissolves almost entirely inside its chrysalis before reorganizing into an entirely new form—a process that can take weeks or months depending on the species and season. Their delicate wings are covered in thousands of tiny overlapping scales that create the patterns and colors we admire, and many species migrate thousands of miles during their brief adult lives, navigating by the sun and Earth's magnetic field.
- Stitch count: 135 x 116
- 28 colors in the palette
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135 x 116 stitches 28 colors
Pattern description
This square pattern combines six butterflies in soft pastels—yellows, pinks, blues, and greens—with delicate flowers and curling vine stems scattered across a white background. At 135 × 135 stitches and intermediate skill level, the design uses 28 DMC thread colors to build dimension through subtle shading and blending. The composition balances symmetry with organic placement, making it an engaging project that rewards patience with a cheerful, garden-inspired finish suitable for framing or stitching into a pillow cover.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 135 x 116 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 9.6 x 8.3 inches or 245 x 210 mm
Suggested Material Size: 15.5 x 14.2 inches or 395 x 360 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
