Jewel-Toned Thistle with Layered Green Leaves
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Thistles are hardy wildflowers celebrated across Europe and Scotland for their prickly purple blooms and resilient nature. Symbolizing protection and determination, they thrive in poor soil where other plants cannot, and their seed heads feed goldfinches and other wildlife through autumn and winter. In Scottish heraldry, the thistle holds sacred status as a national emblem of proud independence.
- Stitch count: 82 x 115
- 20 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 20 times
82 x 115 stitches 20 colors
Pattern description
This counted cross-stitch captures a striking thistle bloom in rich purple-mauve, rendered in 20 DMC thread colors across an 82 × 82 stitch square. The composition builds upward with multiple layered leaves in warm olive and sage greens, framing the delicate spiky flower head at center. An intermediate-level design perfect for stitchers ready to blend color gradations, it works beautifully on 14-count Aida and suits both botanical enthusiasts and those seeking a jewel-toned accent for bedroom or study walls.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 82 x 115 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 5.9 x 8.2 inches or 149 x 209 mm
Suggested Material Size: 11.8 x 14.1 inches or 299 x 359 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
