Magenta Calla Lilies with Deep Green Stems
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Calla lilies are not true lilies but belong to the Araceae family, native to South Africa. Their striking spathes—the colorful "petals" that appear in this design—are actually modified leaves that cradle the true flower spike. Prized for their sculptural form, calla lilies have symbolized elegance, beauty, and rebirth across cultures for centuries, making them fixtures in both wedding arrangements and fine art.
- Stitch count: 119 x 122
- 24 colors in the palette
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119 x 122 stitches 24 colors
Pattern description
Two bold magenta calla lilies curve gracefully across this intermediate-skill design, their distinctive trumpet-like blooms rendered in rich pink against tall, layered green stems. At 119×119 stitches using 24 DMC thread colors, the composition emphasizes the elegant drape and architectural form these flowers are known for. The color contrast between the jewel-toned petals and muted sage-to-dark-green foliage creates a striking, modern floral study that works beautifully on classic Aida fabric—ideal for framed art or as a contemplative needlework project for stitchers ready to move beyond beginner patterns.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 119 x 122 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 8.5 x 8.7 inches or 216 x 221 mm
Suggested Material Size: 14.4 x 14.6 inches or 366 x 371 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
