Bold Jamaican Flag Cross-Stitch Pattern
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Jamaica's flag features a distinctive saltire—a diagonal cross dividing the field into four triangles of green (top and bottom) and black (left and right), separated by a gold stripe. Adopted in 1962 upon the nation's independence, the saltire design is relatively unique among world flags; the green traditionally represents hope and agricultural wealth, the black symbolizes strength and creativity of the people, and the gold represents the natural resources and sunshine. The saltire itself is an ancient heraldic form, used in flags and coats of arms for centuries across Europe and beyond, lending the Jamaican flag a classical geometric elegance rooted in medieval tradition.
- Stitch count: 60 x 60
- 3 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 40 times
60 x 60 stitches 3 colors
Pattern description
This vibrant 60×60 stitch pattern captures the striking geometry of Jamaica's national flag in bold, jewel-toned colors. The bold diagonal gold cross overlays a field of kelly green and deep black, creating a dynamic composition that works beautifully on 14-count Aida fabric. With just three DMC thread colors, this beginner-friendly design offers satisfying color blocking without complex shading, making it ideal for stitchers new to counted cross-stitch who want immediate visual impact.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 60 x 60 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 4.3 x 4.3 inches or 109 x 109 mm
Suggested Material Size: 10.2 x 10.2 inches or 259 x 259 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
