Pair of Jewel-Toned Cherries with Green Leaves
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Cherries have been cultivated and celebrated across cultures for millennia, prized equally for their bright flavor and striking appearance. In European folklore and art, paired or dangling cherries have symbolized love, fertility, and sweetness—a tradition echoed in folk embroidery from Scandinavia to Eastern Europe. The simple two-fruit composition, with its graceful stem and leafy setting, reflects the cherries' natural growth habit, where the fruits often hang in clusters from slender branches.
- Stitch count: 97 x 97
- 10 colors in the palette
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97 x 97 stitches 10 colors
Pattern description
This counted cross-stitch design brings together deep crimson fruits and fresh green foliage in a timeless composition. Stitched across 97 × 97 stitches using ten DMC thread colors, the pattern captures two plump cherries connected by a brown stem, anchored by softly shaded leaves in complementary greens. The jewel-toned color palette—rich reds against pale cream linen—creates a warm, traditional aesthetic that recalls vintage fruit needlework. At intermediate skill level, it balances straightforward stitch counts with subtle shading gradations, making it ideal for needleworkers ready to refine their color-blending technique without overwhelming complexity.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 97 x 97 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 6.9 x 6.9 inches or 176 x 176 mm
Suggested Material Size: 12.8 x 12.8 inches or 326 x 326 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
