Red Floral Medallion with Warm Orange Center
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Radial medallion patterns like this one trace back centuries to Persian and Islamic decorative traditions, where concentric geometric and floral symmetry represented cosmic order and balance. This design specifically uses fourfold rotational symmetry—notice how the red flowers and green foliage repeat identically every 90 degrees around the center. The warm orange-and-cream core anchors the whole composition, drawing the eye inward before the reds pull it outward again.
- Stitch count: 138 x 138
- 30 colors in the palette
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138 x 138 stitches 30 colors
Pattern description
A symmetrical floral mandala unfolds across this intermediate-level counted cross-stitch pattern, radiating bold red blooms outward from a warm orange heart. Rendered in 30 DMC thread colors on a 138×138 stitch count, the design balances vibrant reds and soft greens with cream and peachy tones, creating a richly traditional aesthetic ideal for framing or pillow projects.
The layered composition—intricate foliage frames punctuated by cardinal-red four-petal flowers—invites patient needlework on 14-count Aida fabric. This ornament showcases what makes florals enduringly popular in counted embroidery: the meditative rhythm of repeating stitches and the satisfying emergence of botanical symmetry. Whether stitched as a standalone piece or incorporated into seasonal décor, the warm earth-and-ruby palette reads as both timeless and immediately welcoming.
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
