Deep blue butterfly with jewel-toned wings
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Butterflies are among nature's most recognizable metamorphic insects, beginning life as caterpillars before transforming into winged adults. The deep blue coloring seen here occurs in many butterfly species as a result of microscopic scales on their wings that scatter and refract light, creating vibrant iridescent hues that shift subtly depending on viewing angle—a phenomenon called structural coloration that's completely different from pigment-based color.
- Stitch count: 91 x 91
- 15 colors in the palette
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91 x 91 stitches 15 colors
Pattern description
This counted cross-stitch pattern captures a striking deep-blue butterfly rendered in rich, graduated shades of navy and cobalt. The 91×91-stitch design uses 15 DMC thread colors to create subtle dimension across the wings, with lighter blue tones highlighting the upper portions while darker teals shadow the lower edges. The intermediate skill level makes it an engaging project for stitchers ready to work with multiple thread colors and blended shading techniques on standard Aida fabric.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 91 x 91 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 6.5 x 6.5 inches or 165 x 165 mm
Suggested Material Size: 12.4 x 12.4 inches or 315 x 315 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
