Bright yellow sunflower with green leaves
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Sunflowers are iconic symbols of warmth and positivity, named for their remarkable heliotropic behavior in which young blooms track the sun's movement across the sky. These towering annuals can reach heights of twelve feet or more, and their large composite flower heads contain hundreds of tiny florets arranged in a mesmerizing Fibonacci spiral—a pattern that has fascinated mathematicians and artists for centuries.
- Stitch count: 42 x 42
- 19 colors in the palette
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42 x 49 stitches 19 colors
Pattern description
This bold sunflower features warm golden yellows that radiate outward from a deep brown center, capturing the cheerful essence of a classic garden bloom. The 42×42 stitch count makes it an ideal choice for smaller projects like greeting cards, ornaments, or the centerpiece of a framed needlework.
With 19 DMC thread colors and intermediate skill level, the pattern balances accessibility with satisfying depth—the shading transitions from pale yellow at the petal tips through rich golds and into that dramatic chocolate center create realistic dimension without overwhelming detail.
Sunflowers work beautifully as seasonal summer décor, or year-round reminders of optimism and warmth. The green leaf base grounds the composition and makes this pattern equally appealing for spring projects, gift sets, or as a standalone piece on cream Aida fabric where the bright palette truly glows.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 42 x 49 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 3 x 3.5 inches or 76 x 89 mm
Suggested Material Size: 8.9 x 9.4 inches or 226 x 239 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
