Purple Hollyhock with Green Stem Bookmark
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Hollyhocks are tall, cottage-garden perennials native to Asia, celebrated in Victorian needlework and folk gardens for their dramatic spires of funnel-shaped blooms. Each flower unfolds sequentially along a thick central stem, creating the distinctive layered tower effect that makes hollyhocks beloved in traditional embroidery. The blooms range from pale pink to deep purple and burgundy, and their sturdy, sculptural form has made them a symbol of ambitious growth and natural garden architecture for centuries.
- Stitch count: 35 x 99
- 2 colors in the palette
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35 x 99 stitches 2 colors
Pattern description
This slender vertical pattern captures a single hollyhock bloom in jewel-toned purple against cream Aida, anchored by a green stem with spreading leaves at the base. The two-color palette—DMC purple thread and olive-green—keeps stitching uncomplicated while delivering classic floral elegance. At just 35 × 35 stitches, it works perfectly as a bookmark or small framed accent, making it ideal for beginners building confidence with counted cross stitch on basic materials.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 35 x 99 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 2.5 x 7.1 inches or 64 x 180 mm
Suggested Material Size: 8.4 x 13 inches or 214 x 330 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
