Golden Yellow Diamond Needlework with Forest Green
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The concentric diamond and four-pointed star pattern reflects a long tradition of Eastern European and Baltic geometric needlework, particularly common in traditional folk textiles and cushion covers. The nested lozenge structure—multiple diamonds contained within larger diamond frames—creates layered visual symmetry that has been used in embroidery for centuries to suggest both protection and boundless repetition. This specific arrangement of radiating diamond forms framed by cross-stitch borders is characteristic of classic folk design, where geometric repetition served both decorative and symbolic purposes in home textiles and ceremonial objects.
- Stitch count: 229 x 229
- 6 colors in the palette
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229 x 229 stitches 6 colors
Pattern description
This counted cross-stitch pattern combines a warm golden-yellow ground with a bold composition of nested diamond motifs and four-pointed star borders in forest green and coral accents. The 229×229 stitch count creates a substantial cushion cover suitable for advanced stitchers comfortable with intricate color changes and precise pattern alignment across the full design. Six DMC thread colors work together to build visual depth—the alternating diamond-within-diamond structure creates an almost optical rhythm that reads differently depending on viewing distance.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 229 x 229 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 16.4 x 16.4 inches or 416 x 416 mm
Suggested Material Size: 22.3 x 22.3 inches or 566 x 566 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
