Bold Red Heart with White Cross Detail
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The heart shape itself is one of history's most enduring symbols of love and devotion, appearing across cultures and centuries—from medieval manuscripts to modern design. What makes this version distinctive is the negative-space white cross integration, a composition technique that merges two powerful symbols (the heart and the cross) into a single unified form, suggesting themes of faith, love, and wholeness together.
- Stitch count: 63 x 58
- 6 colors in the palette
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63 x 58 stitches 6 colors
Pattern description
A striking counted cross-stitch heart in rich crimson with an unexpected white cross motif woven into its center creates visual depth and symbolic resonance in this beginner-friendly 63×63 design. The six-color DMC palette balances warm reds and burgundies to form subtle shading that gives the heart dimension on a classic white Aida background. Perfect for Valentine's Day gifts, wedding favors, or home décor, this pattern combines classic sentimentality with a modern geometric twist that elevates it beyond a simple solid heart.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 63 x 58 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 4.5 x 4.1 inches or 114 x 105 mm
Suggested Material Size: 10.4 x 10 inches or 264 x 255 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
