Coral Pink Carnation with Green Stem
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Carnations are among the world's most beloved flowers, valued for centuries in gardens and floral arrangements. Their distinctive, densely layered petals create those ruffled, full blooms that symbolize affection and gratitude. The pink variety especially represents a sweetheart's eternal love. Native to the Mediterranean and parts of Asia, carnations have been cultivated and hybridized for so long that they now bloom in nearly every color imaginable, each shade carrying its own gentle meaning in the language of flowers.
- Stitch count: 118 x 126
- 26 colors in the palette
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118 x 126 stitches 0 colors
Pattern description
A luminous coral-to-pink gradient brings this carnation to life on the counted cross-stitch canvas. The voluminous, ruffled petals are rendered in warm peachy and hot pink shades that shift subtly across the bloom, creating depth and dimension with just the interplay of thread colors. The crisp green stem grounds the composition with its clean, architectural lines—a striking contrast to the soft, organic curves of the flower head above.
At 118 x 118 stitches, this intermediate-level pattern offers a satisfying balance of technique and reward. The gradient work requires attention to thread selection and placement, making it an ideal project for stitchers ready to explore color blending and shading. Stitched on Aida fabric with a carefully curated DMC palette, this carnation design translates beautifully into a framed gift, greeting card, or small home accent. Its warm, celebratory color scheme makes it perfect for spring and summer needlework, or as a heartfelt botanical keepsake any season.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 118 x 126 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 8.4 x 9 inches or 214 x 229 mm
Suggested Material Size: 14.3 x 14.9 inches or 364 x 379 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
