Bold Bright Canadian Maple Leaf Flag
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Canada's national flag, adopted in 1965, features a stylized eleven-pointed maple leaf centered between red vertical bands. The leaf design replaced the former Union Jack-based flag and became a powerful symbol of Canadian identity and independence. Maple trees themselves grow abundantly across Canada and remain deeply embedded in the nation's cultural heritage and landscape.
- Stitch count: 97 x 49
- 2 colors in the palette
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97 x 49 stitches 2 colors
Pattern description
A striking cross-stitch interpretation of Canada's national flag renders the iconic maple leaf in bold red against crisp white and red bands. This 97×97 stitch design captures the flag's unmistakable geometry and patriotic color scheme with clean, pixel-perfect definition on counted cross-stitch fabric.
The project employs just two DMC thread colors, making it accessible for intermediate stitchers seeking an impactful finished piece. The simplified palette—red and white—creates maximum visual contrast while keeping material costs low and color-matching straightforward.
Whether displayed year-round or brought out for Canada Day celebrations, this geometric flag design works beautifully framed on an office wall, in a cottage, or as a gift for anyone with Canadian pride. On standard 14-count Aida fabric, the final piece measures approximately 7×7 inches, small enough for display flexibility yet large enough to showcase detail in the leaf's characteristic points and serrated edges.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 97 x 49 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 6.9 x 3.5 inches or 176 x 89 mm
Suggested Material Size: 12.8 x 9.4 inches or 326 x 239 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
