Golden Sunflower Ornament with Vibrant Green Petals
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Sunflowers are among nature's most recognizable flowers, famous for their massive seed heads and tendency to track the sun's movement across the sky—a behavior called heliotropism. The distinctive composite flower structure, with hundreds of tiny florets spiraling inward in a mathematical Fibonacci pattern, has captivated artists and mathematicians for centuries. Beyond their visual drama, sunflowers hold deep cultural significance, symbolizing loyalty, longevity, and joy across many traditions.
- Stitch count: 138 x 138
- 30 colors in the palette
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138 x 138 stitches 30 colors
Pattern description
A bold and cheerful sunflower commands the center of this intermediate counted cross-stitch pattern, stitched in warm golden yellows with a striking crimson-red heart. The design radiates outward with sharp green petals that radiate in all directions, creating a striking starburst effect against a neutral background. At 138×138 stitches across 30 DMC thread colors, this piece demands attention and delivers maximum visual impact.
The interplay of color gradients—from pale yellow at the petal edges to deep forest green in the pointed leaves—gives the ornament surprising depth for its geometric simplicity. Worked on Aida fabric with standard DMC floss, this project suits stitchers ready to tackle shading and color transitions. Whether framed as a vibrant summer accent, displayed as a seasonal ornament, or gifted to a gardening enthusiast, this sunflower brings natural warmth and optimistic energy to any needle artist's collection.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 138 x 138 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 9.9 x 9.9 inches or 250 x 250 mm
Suggested Material Size: 15.8 x 15.8 inches or 400 x 400 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
