Warm Rustic Garlic Bulb in Soft Hues
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Garlic (Allium sativum) is a bulbous perennial plant and fundamental ingredient in cuisines worldwide for over 5,000 years. Each bulb comprises 10–20 cloves wrapped in papery skin, ranging from white to purple depending on variety. Beyond culinary use, garlic holds deep cultural and medicinal significance across Asian, Mediterranean, and European traditions, symbolizing protection and good fortune in many folklore traditions.
- Stitch count: 79 x 79
- 18 colors in the palette
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79 x 79 stitches 18 colors
Pattern description
This counted cross-stitch pattern captures a garlic bulb in warm, earthy tones using 18 DMC thread colors across a 79 × 79 stitch count. The composition employs subtle color gradations—from pale cream at the center through rose and soft orange to deeper russet tones at the base—creating gentle dimension and a naturalistic rounded form. The intermediate skill level reflects the color blending required to achieve this soft, painterly effect.
Stitched on Aida fabric with the provided DMC palette, this needlework renders vegetable subject matter with unexpected warmth and charm, making it ideal for kitchen décor, a culinary-themed sampler, or as a small framed piece. The soft color mood suits both rustic and cottage-style interiors, and the garlic's global cultural significance makes it a meaningful motif for food-loving stitchers seeking practical, thematic home decoration beyond floral traditions.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 79 x 79 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 5.6 x 5.6 inches or 143 x 143 mm
Suggested Material Size: 11.5 x 11.5 inches or 293 x 293 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
