Vibrant Magenta Butterfly with Golden Wings
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About this pattern
Each PDF includes stitch counts and a full color key so you can kit it quickly. Check the stitch size against your fabric count to estimate finished dimensions, and keep a few extra skeins on hand if you plan to backstitch or outline.
Quick finishing tips
- Use shorter floss lengths to avoid tangles and keep coverage even.
- Secure thread ends under nearby stitches instead of bulky knots.
- Gently wash and press face-down on a towel before framing.
- Stitch count: 55 x 55
- 15 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 83 times
55 x 41 stitches 15 colors
Pattern description
This 55x55 stitch counted cross-stitch pattern features a striking magenta and golden butterfly with symmetrical wings rendered in rich jewel tones. The bold color palette—deep purples, hot pinks, and warm yellows—creates a vibrant, energetic composition that commands attention. Perfect for stitchers seeking an intermediate challenge, the design balances intricacy with achievability across its square format.
The pattern employs 15 DMC thread colors to build depth and dimension in the wings, creating subtle gradations from bright magenta at the edges to softer peachy-gold centers. Stitched on standard Aida fabric, this medium-difficulty project translates beautifully into finished pieces suitable for framing, greeting cards, or small decorative boxes. Whether you're an experienced needleworker refining your shading techniques or an intermediate stitcher ready to expand your repertoire, the downloadable PDF chart makes it easy to bring this luminous butterfly to life in counted cross-stitch.
Stitch planning checklist
- Measure your fabric against the stitch count to confirm finished size.
- Sort floss by symbol before you start; pre-thread a few needles for speed.
- Work in small blocks to keep counting accurate and spot mistakes early.
- Backstitch at the end of each session so outlines stay crisp.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 55 x 41 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 3.9 x 2.9 inches or 100 x 74 mm
Suggested Material Size: 9.8 x 8.8 inches or 250 x 224 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
