Soft Pink Carnation with Delicate Foliage
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Carnations carry centuries of symbolic weight across cultures. In Victorian times, pink carnations represented affection and gratitude, while their remarkable longevity as cut flowers made them symbols of enduring love. The ruffled petals visible here—a hallmark of the carnation's distinctive form—develop from layered sepals, creating the texture that has made this flower beloved in both gardens and formal arrangements worldwide.
- Stitch count: 182 x 192
- 27 colors in the palette
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182 x 192 stitches 27 colors
Pattern description
A single carnation bloom in pale coral-pink commands this counted cross-stitch design, captured mid-flourish with its ruffled petals rendered in gentle gradations. Accompanying the flower is an unfurling bud and graceful green stems with serrated leaves, composed in an asymmetrical arrangement that suggests natural growth rather than rigid symmetry.
This 182 x 182 stitch pattern demands advanced needlework skill, requiring precision across 27 DMC thread colors to achieve the subtle shading that brings the bloom to life. The soft, warm palette makes it an ideal choice for stitching on white or cream Aida fabric, and the finished piece works beautifully as a framed botanical study or a heartfelt gift celebrating resilience and remembrance.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 182 x 192 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 13 x 13.7 inches or 330 x 348 mm
Suggested Material Size: 18.9 x 19.6 inches or 480 x 498 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
