Bold Red Rose with Green Leaves Cross-Stitch
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Roses have captivated gardeners and artists for centuries, symbolizing love, passion, and beauty across cultures. The full, layered petals visible in this pattern reflect the complexity that breeders have cultivated over generations—wild roses are far simpler, often with just five petals. Red roses especially carry romantic weight in Western tradition, though meaning varies globally: in some cultures they signal respect or admiration rather than romance. The addition of green foliage and buds here mirrors how roses naturally grow—rarely blooming in isolation, but clustered with leaves and developing flowers along the stem.
- Stitch count: 75 x 76
- 3 colors in the palette
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75 x 76 stitches 3 colors
Pattern description
This striking counted cross-stitch pattern captures a full-petaled rose in vivid red, accented with deep green foliage and smaller buds arranged across the composition. Using just three DMC thread colors on a modest 75×75 stitch count, the design balances simplicity with impact—crisp color blocking creates dimension without shading complexity. Perfect for beginners ready to move beyond single-color projects, the geometric petal structure translates beautifully to Aida fabric, while the compact size makes it ideal for framing, a greeting card, or a decorative accent. Stitch this classic motif on linen or 14-count Aida for a heirloom-quality keepsake in just a few hours.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 75 x 76 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 5.4 x 5.4 inches or 136 x 138 mm
Suggested Material Size: 11.3 x 11.3 inches or 286 x 288 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
