Single-stem red rose with green leaves
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Roses have symbolized love, passion, and devotion across cultures for centuries, their layered petals and thorned stems speaking to both beauty and fragility. The red rose particularly carries deep emotional weight in Western tradition, often chosen to express romantic affection and admiration. Their velvety texture and distinctive fragrance have made them the world's most cultivated ornamental flower, celebrated equally in gardens and in art across millennia.
- Stitch count: 35 x 55
- 10 colors in the palette
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35 x 55 stitches 10 colors
Pattern description
A single red rose in full bloom rises gracefully against a white ground in this intermediate-level counted cross-stitch pattern. The design uses ten DMC thread colors to build depth and dimension in the petals, rendering them with warm burgundy shadows that enhance the flower's romantic presence. At 35 × 35 stitches, this compact motif works perfectly for framed needle art, greeting cards, or as an accent on home décor. The straightforward vertical composition and manageable stitch count make it accessible for stitchers ready to move beyond beginner projects, while the color blending rewards attention to thread placement.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 35 x 55 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 2.5 x 3.9 inches or 64 x 100 mm
Suggested Material Size: 8.4 x 9.8 inches or 214 x 250 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
