Deep Purple Pansy with Golden Petals
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Pansies (Viola × wittrockiana) are hybrid flowers prized for their large, velvety petals and distinctive facial markings—dark veining and a central eye-spot that resembles a face. These markings serve as nectar guides, directing pollinators to the flower's center. Pansies thrive in cool weather and bloom in nearly every color imaginable, from deep purples and blacks to bright yellows and whites, making them garden staples in temperate climates. The flower's name derives from the French pensée, meaning 'thought,' and Victorian gardeners associated pansies with remembrance and loving thoughts. Their tolerance for frost and long blooming season have made them favorite cottage-garden flowers for centuries.
- Stitch count: 85 x 90
- 18 colors in the palette
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85 x 90 stitches 18 colors
Pattern description
Pansies are among the most beloved flowers for needlework, and this jewel-toned interpretation captures their striking face-like markings in bold contrast. The deep purple background gradates through blue and mauve tones, creating dimension that makes the golden-yellow petals leap forward. With its 85×85 stitch count and intermediate skill level, this design strikes an ideal balance between visual impact and achievable complexity for stitchers ready to move beyond beginner patterns.
The color palette—18 DMC threads layered across cool purples and warm yellows—creates a sophisticated autumn mood that works beautifully as a small framed piece or accent project. Black thread defines the intricate dark vein patterns that give the pansy its characteristic personality, elevating this from a simple floral to a botanically expressive portrait.
Stitched onto 14-count Aida, this pattern makes an excellent gift for gardeners, botanists, or anyone drawn to cottage-garden aesthetics. The finished piece displays elegantly in a small frame above a desk, shelf, or entryway, where its jewel-toned richness complements both traditional and eclectic home-decor styles. Many stitchers choose to back this with felt or mounting board for a polished, three-dimensional presentation.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 85 x 90 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 6.1 x 6.4 inches or 154 x 163 mm
Suggested Material Size: 12 x 12.3 inches or 304 x 313 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
