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Bold Diamond Lattice Cushion in Red and Black

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This design employs a radial diamond-within-diamonds pattern, a foundational motif in textile and decorative arts traditions spanning centuries and cultures. The concentric square-diamond geometry creates visual depth through symmetry; each quadrant mirrors the others perfectly, drawing the eye inward toward the central focal point. This layered lozenge structure echoes both classical quilt-block design and modernist Op-art sensibilities—the eye involuntarily follows the nested diamonds outward and inward simultaneously, creating a subtle optical shimmer. Such nested-square patterns have roots in Islamic tilework, European folk textiles, and Native American weaving, all cultures recognizing that repeating diamonds convey order, balance, and visual harmony.

  • Stitch count: 175 x 175
  • 5 colors in the palette
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Bold Diamond Lattice Cushion in Red and Black free cross-stitch pattern

175 x 175 stitches 5 colors

Pattern description

This geometric counted cross-stitch pattern showcases a striking symmetrical design built around a central diamond motif in warm red and burnt orange, framed by a repeating lattice of smaller diamond blocks in crisp black, white, and grey. The 175×175 stitch count and five-color DMC palette demand intermediate-to-advanced needlework skill, particularly in maintaining clean color transitions across the intricate interlocking grid. The bold, high-contrast aesthetic translates beautifully to a cushion cover, creating a modern geometric statement piece that would anchor a living room or add visual punch to a neutral sofa.

Material Type: Aida Generic White

Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm

Design Size: 175 x 175 stitches

Sewn Design Size: 12.5 x 12.5 inches or 318 x 318 mm

Suggested Material Size: 18.4 x 18.4 inches or 468 x 468 mm

Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands