Bold Red Poppy with Green Leaves
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Poppies are beloved wildflowers with a long history of cultural significance, featured in everything from ancient Greek mythology to World War I remembrance. Known for their delicate, papery petals and dramatic coloring, poppies symbolize sleep, dreams, and pleasure in Victorian flower language. The flower's iconic bowl-shaped blooms open fully in sunlight and close at dusk, a daily cycle that has captivated artists and gardeners for centuries. Red poppies in particular have become symbols of resilience and commemoration across many cultures worldwide.
- Stitch count: 42 x 42
- 6 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 43 times
42 x 42 stitches 6 colors
Pattern description
This beginner-friendly counted cross-stitch captures the vibrant energy of a fully open poppy in bright red-orange tones, accented with creamy yellow at the center and deep green foliage. The 42×42 stitch count makes it an ideal small project for new stitchers, worked on Aida fabric with just six DMC thread colors to manage.
Perfect for a child's room or as a quick gift, this poppy design delivers maximum visual impact with minimal thread switching. The warm, saturated palette and simple geometric petal structure translate beautifully into pixel-style cross-stitch, while the companion leaf motif reinforces the natural theme. Ideal for framing, pillow covers, or decorative boxes—a cheerful introduction to counted needlework that beginners can complete with confidence.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 42 x 42 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 3 x 3 inches or 76 x 76 mm
Suggested Material Size: 8.9 x 8.9 inches or 226 x 226 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
