Ornate Jewel-Toned Diwali Oil Lamp
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The diya is a small earthenware oil lamp central to Diwali, the Festival of Lights celebrated across India and the diaspora. Traditionally fueled by ghee or oil and lit at dusk, diyas symbolize the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil. Their warm, flickering glow fills homes and temples during the five-day autumn festival, creating an atmosphere of renewal and spiritual illumination.
- Stitch count: 62 x 61
- 15 colors in the palette
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62 x 61 stitches 15 colors
Pattern description
This counted cross-stitch pattern captures a traditional Diwali diya (oil lamp) rendered in warm, saturated hues of red, orange, gold, and pink, punctuated with accents of blue. The 62×62 stitch count on Aida fabric uses 15 DMC thread colors to build depth and dimension across the lamp's ornate body and flame. At intermediate skill level, the pattern balances straightforward color blocks with shading details that reward careful needle placement, making it an ideal project for stitchers ready to move beyond simple designs while remaining accessible.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 62 x 61 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 4.4 x 4.4 inches or 113 x 111 mm
Suggested Material Size: 10.3 x 10.3 inches or 263 x 261 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
