Soft Pastel Leafy Orb with Trailing Vines
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Foliage and leafy vines have long symbolized growth, renewal, and the interconnectedness of living things. Trailing plants and climbing ivies appear throughout art and design as emblems of natural vitality—their sinuous curves echo organic motion and the patient unfurling of life itself. Here, the scattered leaves orbiting an ethereal center suggest both a sense of movement and a gentle, meditative cycle of flourishing.
- Stitch count: 162 x 117
- 27 colors in the palette
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162 x 117 stitches 27 colors
Pattern description
A luminous spherical form floats amid delicate foliage in this 162×162-stitch counted cross-stitch pattern, rendered in soft cool tones and warm accents across 27 DMC thread colors. The composition balances complexity with elegance: a pale blue-white orb ringed in golden and sage greens, surrounded by scattered leafy sprigs that seem to drift organically around the central form.
This advanced needlework project rewards patience with stunning dimensional shading and subtle color transitions. The palette—pale aqua, chartreuse, moss green, and muted gold—creates a serene, almost botanical mood perfect for framing as wall art or gifting to nature lovers. Stitched on Aida fabric with the included DMC color chart, the pattern builds depth through layered stitches that bring the floating sphere and trailing vines to life with quiet sophistication.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 162 x 117 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 11.6 x 8.4 inches or 294 x 212 mm
Suggested Material Size: 17.5 x 14.3 inches or 444 x 362 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
