Jewel-Toned Holly Candle Cross-Stitch Pattern
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The holly plant has symbolized Christmas and winter celebration for centuries, prized for its glossy evergreen leaves and bright red berries that persist through the coldest months. Paired with candlelight—historically essential for winter illumination before electricity—holly represents enduring hope and warmth during the darkest season. In Victorian-era Christmas imagery, candles and holly became inseparable symbols of festive cheer and domestic comfort.
- Stitch count: 70 x 92
- 25 colors in the palette
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70 x 92 stitches 25 colors
Pattern description
This festive counted cross-stitch design combines the warmth of a glowing candle with vibrant holly sprigs, rendered in rich reds, deep greens, and golden yellows. The composition balances the tall, flame-topped candle at center with spreading holly leaves and berries that frame the piece, creating a traditional holiday aesthetic with contemporary color depth.
Stitched on 70 x 70 Aida using 25 DMC thread colors, this intermediate-level pattern offers rewarding complexity without overwhelming the needleworker. The color palette—burgundy, forest green, mustard gold, and warm tan—lends a jewel-toned elegance that reads beautifully on white or cream fabric, making it ideal for framing or stitching into holiday greeting cards.
Perfect for December crafting or as a seasonal home accent, the candle-and-holly motif evokes both Victorian Christmas tradition and modern festive décor. This pattern works equally well as a small ornament, a framed wall piece, or the centerpiece of a handmade greeting card, making it a versatile gift for needlecrafters seeking authentic seasonal imagery.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 70 x 92 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 5 x 6.6 inches or 127 x 167 mm
Suggested Material Size: 10.9 x 12.5 inches or 277 x 317 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
