Rustic Snake and Red Apple Still Life
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Snakes have captivated human imagination across cultures for millennia, representing both danger and wisdom in mythology and art. Their fluid, sinuous forms make them enduring subjects in classical still-life compositions, where they symbolize temptation, transformation, and the hidden forces of nature. Paired with the apple—itself laden with symbolic weight—the serpent becomes an archetype of timeless narrative depth.
- Stitch count: 123 x 123
- 28 colors in the palette
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123 x 123 stitches 28 colors
Pattern description
A coiled serpent and glossy red apple compose a timeless still-life motif, rendered in warm rustic tones across 123×123 stitches. The warm browns of the snake contrast beautifully against the vibrant crimson sphere, while golden-tan accents on the fruit add dimension and visual interest to this intermediate-level counted cross-stitch design.
This pattern employs 28 DMC thread colors to achieve rich depth and shading, particularly in the snake's sinuous coils and the apple's luminous surface. The composition balances botanical symbolism with natural texture, making it ideal for framing as a standalone piece or incorporating into a gallery wall celebrating nature-inspired needlework. On 14-count Aida fabric, the finished piece measures approximately 8.75×8.75 inches, offering a satisfying project length for intermediate stitchers seeking a design with moderate color variety and smooth stitching progression.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 123 x 123 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 8.8 x 8.8 inches or 223 x 223 mm
Suggested Material Size: 14.7 x 14.7 inches or 373 x 373 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
