Pastel Water Fairy by Flowering Reeds
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Fairies in folklore embody liminal spaces—dwelling between human and natural worlds, often depicted near water, gardens, or wild growth. Their delicate, childlike proportions and association with flowering plants reflect the Romantic tradition's romantic vision of nature's hidden magic, a motif that flourished in Victorian art and continues to inspire contemporary cross-stitch and textile design worldwide.
- Stitch count: 161 x 235
- 50 colors in the palette
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161 x 235 stitches 50 colors
Pattern description
Standing at the water's edge amid white blooms, this fairy figure captures a serene moment framed by natural beauty. The 161×161-stitch design employs fifty DMC thread colors to render soft peachy skin tones, golden-orange hair, and delicate pale clothing that blend harmoniously with the cool blue water and lush green foliage. Advanced stitchers will appreciate the color gradations and fine detail work required to bring this ethereal character to life on Aida fabric—a rewarding project for experienced needleworkers seeking a meditative, nature-inspired scene.
Material Type: Aida Generic Cream
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 161 x 235 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 11.5 x 16.8 inches or 292 x 426 mm
Suggested Material Size: 17.4 x 22.7 inches or 442 x 576 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
