Jewel-Toned Peacock Faberge Egg Cross-Stitch
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Fabergé eggs are legendary masterworks of Russian imperial craftsmanship, created between 1885 and 1917 by the House of Fabergé for the Russian royal family. Each egg is a self-contained artwork—typically containing a surprise mechanism or miniature sculpture inside—and celebrated for intricate enamel work, gemstone inlay, and architectural detail. The peacock motif is particularly symbolic in decorative arts, traditionally representing beauty, immortality, and aristocratic refinement, making peacock-adorned eggs some of the most coveted examples of Fabergé's legacy.
- Stitch count: 86 x 130
- 29 colors in the palette
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86 x 130 stitches 29 colors
Pattern description
This intermediate-level pattern captures the ornate elegance of a Imperial Fabergé egg in counted cross-stitch, rendered in rich purples, warm golds, and soft pinks across 86×86 stitches. The peacock motif emerges from a sophisticated blend of 29 DMC thread colors, creating dimensional shading that brings out feather detail and jeweled surface effects. Stitched on Aida fabric, the design progresses from the egg's tapered silhouette to the delicate stand, making it ideal for framed display or a treasured needlework keepsake.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 86 x 130 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 6.1 x 9.3 inches or 156 x 236 mm
Suggested Material Size: 12 x 15.2 inches or 306 x 386 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
