Japanese Girl with Red Floral Kimono Pattern
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The kimono is one of Japan's most iconic garments, a layered robe with deep roots in aristocratic and ceremonial dress dating back centuries. Traditional kimonos feature complex patterns that often tell stories through their motifs—flowers like chrysanthemums and peonies symbolize longevity and beauty, while wave patterns represent flow and renewal. The garment's construction, with its straight seams and wrapped silhouette, creates elegant draping that has influenced fashion and textile design worldwide. Modern representations of kimonos in needlework honor this legacy while making the garment accessible to stitchers of all backgrounds.
- Stitch count: 70 x 151
- 15 colors in the palette
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70 x 151 stitches 15 colors
Pattern description
A 70×70 stitch pattern captures a graceful figure in a flowing white kimono adorned with deep crimson flowers and soft blue water-wave motifs. The cross-stitch design uses 15 DMC thread colors to build nuanced skin tones, rich burgundy florals, and delicate sky-blue accents across the fabric. An intermediate skill level makes this a rewarding project for stitchers ready to work beyond basic monochrome designs, with the varied color palette demanding careful thread management and chart attention.
This needlework celebrates traditional Japanese dress through a pixelated lens, blending cultural textile aesthetics with modern counted cross-stitch technique. The composition places the kimono-clad figure against negative space, allowing the intricate floral patterning of the garment to become the focal point. Ideal for framing as wall art or gifting to anyone with an appreciation for Japanese aesthetics, the finished piece on 14-count Aida brings both warmth and sophistication to a bedroom, study, or meditation space.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 70 x 151 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 5 x 10.8 inches or 127 x 274 mm
Suggested Material Size: 10.9 x 16.7 inches or 277 x 424 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
