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Bold Bright Red Butterfly 21x21 Square

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Butterflies undergo one of nature's most dramatic transformations, beginning life as caterpillars before entering a chrysalis and emerging with delicate, colorful wings. These winged insects are found on every continent except Antarctica and play a vital role as pollinators, visiting flowers to feed on nectar while transferring pollen from bloom to bloom.

  • Stitch count: 21 x 13
  • 3 colors in the palette
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Bold Bright Red Butterfly 21x21 Square free cross-stitch pattern

21 x 13 stitches 3 colors

Pattern description

This vibrant counted cross stitch butterfly radiates energy with its bold red and yellow color scheme. The pixelated, symmetrical wings create a cheerful, bold appearance perfect for young stitchers discovering needlework for the first time. At just 21×21 stitches on 14-count Aida, it stitches up quickly using only three DMC thread colors, making it an ideal beginner project that builds confidence without overwhelming complexity.

The compact size and straightforward color palette make this design wonderfully versatile for framing, adding to a child's room, or combining with other small motifs in a larger needlework sampler. Its clear, bright aesthetic suits spring and summer décor, while the simple geometry translates beautifully to gift tags, bookmarks, or even sewn into a small pillow. The minimal thread selection keeps material costs low, making it perfect for stitch-along groups or introducing children to the satisfaction of completing a finished piece.

Material Type: Aida Generic White

Sewing Count: 8/inch or 31/100mm

Design Size: 21 x 13 stitches

Sewn Design Size: 2.6 x 1.6 inches or 67 x 41 mm

Suggested Material Size: 8.5 x 7.5 inches or 217 x 191 mm

Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 4 strands