Pink Lotus Bloom with Golden Center
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Lotus flowers hold deep spiritual significance across Eastern traditions, symbolizing purity and enlightenment as they emerge pristine from murky water. In nature, lotus petals arrange in precise mathematical spirals, and some species bloom in shades ranging from pure white to deep magenta like this one. The golden center contains dozens of stamens, each filled with pollen that attracts water-dwelling insects.
- Stitch count: 145 x 109
- 29 colors in the palette
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145 x 109 stitches 29 colors
Pattern description
This jewel-toned lotus rises from a dark, muted aqua and emerald background, its pink petals rendered in soft gradations that give genuine three-dimensional depth. The composition centers the flower perfectly, with delicate white inner petals framing a warm golden stamen—a balance of cooler and warmer hues that draws the eye inward. At 145 × 145 stitches with 29 DMC colors, the design rewards careful color blending and shading technique.
Stitching this counted cross-stitch pattern on 14-count Aida fabric will yield a finished piece around 10 × 10 inches, making it ideal for a small frame or decorative accent. The intermediate skill level reflects the color transitions required to build the petal dimension and the precise placement needed to keep the golden center luminous against the deeper petals. The rich, cool background palette creates a serene, meditative mood—perfect for a bedroom, meditation space, or as a thoughtful botanical gift for plant lovers who appreciate nature's geometry.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 145 x 109 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 10.4 x 7.8 inches or 263 x 198 mm
Suggested Material Size: 16.3 x 13.7 inches or 413 x 348 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
