Deep Red Rose in Jewel Tones
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Roses have symbolized love, passion, and beauty across cultures for centuries. The deep crimson shades visible in this design are historically associated with profound emotion and romance—a language once spoken through floral arrangements and carefully chosen bloom colors. Red roses in particular carry the weight of that oldest human meaning: affection at its most sincere.
- Stitch count: 136 x 112
- 15 colors in the palette
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136 x 112 stitches 15 colors
Pattern description
This rose pattern showcases a luxurious palette of reds and deep crimsons rendered in 15 DMC thread colors across a 136×136 stitch count. The blooming flower dominates the black background, its layered petals created through subtle color gradations that shift from pale pink at the outer edges to burgundy and wine tones toward the center, building genuine depth and dimension.
At intermediate skill level, this needlework rewards careful attention to color placement and blending techniques. Stitchers will appreciate how the varied reds—from rose to scarlet to deep maroon—interact across Aida fabric to create the illusion of soft, velvety texture and natural light playing across the blossom's folds.
The finished piece works beautifully as a botanical study for any room, from a bedroom or studio wall to a framed gift for someone who loves classic florals or romantic décor. The dark background makes the jewel-toned rose pop dramatically, lending an almost stained-glass quality to the completed embroidery.
Material Type: Aida Generic Black
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 136 x 112 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 9.7 x 8 inches or 247 x 203 mm
Suggested Material Size: 15.6 x 13.9 inches or 397 x 353 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
