Hop Plant Vines with Folk Ornamental Border
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Hops are climbing vines prized for brewing beer, where their cone-shaped flowers impart bitterness and aroma. The plant grows vigorously, producing papery, ornamental flower clusters that have made it a favorite decorative motif in folk embroidery and textile design across Northern Europe for centuries.
- Stitch count: 184 x 173
- 6 colors in the palette
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184 x 173 stitches 6 colors
Pattern description
Framed by a vibrant folk-inspired border in coral, gold, and blue, this cushion cover centers on a flowing hop plant rendered in forest and spring greens. The design balances intricate geometric ornament with naturalistic botanical detail, making it a visually engaging project for intermediate-to-advanced needleworkers seeking something beyond simple borders.
Worked over 184×184 stitches in six DMC thread colors on Aida fabric, the hop motif sits in serene isolation against cream ground, allowing the delicate leaf structure and curling tendrils to become the focal point. The decorative frame—with its repeating stars and diamond shapes—echoes Eastern European textile traditions, giving the piece a warm, heritage-craft aesthetic ideal for a farmhouse kitchen or country cottage setting.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 184 x 173 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 13.1 x 12.4 inches or 334 x 314 mm
Suggested Material Size: 19 x 18.3 inches or 484 x 464 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
