Blazing Vertical Cross in Bright Colors
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The vertical cross composition reflects one of Christianity's oldest visual traditions—a motif that has centered devotional art, church architecture, and personal faith objects for nearly two millennia. What makes this version distinctive is the flame imagery crowning the crossbeam, a device that appears in Christian symbolism to represent divine presence, the Holy Spirit, or sacred fire. The precise geometric rendering here—where the cross bisects the composition into balanced quadrants and the outer circular border frames it like a medallion or seal—echoes traditional ecclesiastical seals and medieval altar decorations, transforming a simple shape into a symbol of protection and spiritual focus.
- Stitch count: 35 x 34
- 4 colors in the palette
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35 x 34 stitches 4 colors
Pattern description
A striking geometric composition stitches a bold vertical cross and flame motif in warm oranges and vibrant blues, anchored by a delicate running-stitch border. At 35 x 35 stitches, this beginner-friendly counted cross-stitch uses just four DMC thread colors, making it an ideal first project for needleworkers learning to blend bold color contrast with precise gridwork. The flame detail at the top of the cross adds movement and spiritual symbolism to an otherwise austere form.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 35 x 34 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 2.5 x 2.4 inches or 64 x 62 mm
Suggested Material Size: 8.4 x 8.3 inches or 214 x 212 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
