Deep Purple Iris with Gold-Tipped Standards
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Irises are among the world's most recognizable flowering plants, prized for their dramatic form and velvety texture. Their distinctive structure—with upright petals called 'standards' and drooping ones called 'falls'—has made them iconic subjects in art for centuries, from ancient Egyptian murals to Van Gogh's celebrated canvases. The genus is named after the Greek goddess of the rainbow, a fitting tribute to their extraordinary color range.
- Stitch count: 51 x 94
- 14 colors in the palette
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51 x 94 stitches 14 colors
Pattern description
This jewel-toned iris pattern captures the regal depth of a dark purple bloom in counted cross stitch. Worked over 51 × 94 stitches on Aida fabric with 14 DMC thread colors, the design showcases intermediate needlework skill through careful shading that creates dimension in the petals and graceful sword-like foliage. The golden-yellow standards (the upright inner petals) provide striking contrast against the deep plum falls, while soft white highlights suggest light playing across the flower's papery texture—a hallmark of iris anatomy that makes this motif perennially popular in botanical embroidery.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 51 x 94 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 3.6 x 6.7 inches or 93 x 171 mm
Suggested Material Size: 9.5 x 12.6 inches or 243 x 321 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
