Jewel-Toned Butterflies with Delicate Flowers
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Butterflies are among nature's most celebrated transformers, beginning life as caterpillars before undergoing metamorphosis into winged insects. With over 17,500 species worldwide, they vary dramatically in size, color, and habitat, yet all share the delicate scaled wings that give them their name. Many cultures have long associated butterflies with renewal, freedom, and the soul itself—a symbolism that has made them enduring motifs in needlework and decorative arts across centuries and continents.
- Stitch count: 147 x 113
- 18 colors in the palette
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147 x 113 stitches 18 colors
Pattern description
Two luminous butterflies in magenta, purple, and cyan dominate this 147×147-stitch counted cross-stitch pattern, their wings adorned with golden accents that catch the eye. Below them, a scattered garden of small wildflowers in coordinating jewel tones—pink, yellow, and purple—provides delicate balance and depth. The 18 DMC thread colors create rich dimension through subtle shading, making this intermediate-level design ideal for stitchers ready to move beyond single-hue motifs. The composition works beautifully on 14-count Aida, offering enough complexity to engage experienced needleworkers while remaining accessible to those building their skills.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 147 x 113 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 10.5 x 8.1 inches or 267 x 205 mm
Suggested Material Size: 16.4 x 14 inches or 417 x 355 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
