Pink and Red Peonies with Butterflies
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Peonies are one of the oldest cultivated flowering plants, prized across Asian and European gardens for centuries. These full, ruffled blooms represent prosperity and romance in many cultures, often requiring several years to establish and bloom reliably. Their dense petals—sometimes numbering over 100 per double-flowered variety—unfold in late spring, opening gradually over several days and often attracting ants and other beneficial insects in search of nectar. The butterflies depicted here represent natural pollinators that visit peony gardens during peak bloom season.
- Stitch count: 98 x 98
- 28 colors in the palette
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98 x 98 stitches 28 colors
Pattern description
Lush pink and crimson peonies dominate this 98×98 stitch composition, layered with soft yellow blooms and verdant green foliage. Delicate butterflies flutter throughout the design, their warm peachy-orange and yellow tones creating movement and visual interest across the white background. The interplay of cool and warm hues gives this pattern a fresh, garden-inspired charm that feels both romantic and energetic.
The 28 DMC thread colors required reflect the subtle gradations needed to render peony petals in realistic depth. Intermediate stitchers will appreciate the challenge of blending multiple shades of pink and red, building dimension through careful color placement and strategic use of lighter tones for highlights.
This counted cross-stitch design works beautifully framed as a spring or summer gift, or as a permanent accent in a bedroom or sitting room. The bright, cheerful palette and cottage-garden aesthetic suit traditional and farmhouse décor equally well, while the small scale makes it an achievable weekend project for needleworkers ready to move beyond beginner designs.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 98 x 98 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 7 x 7 inches or 178 x 178 mm
Suggested Material Size: 12.9 x 12.9 inches or 328 x 328 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
