Bold Sunflower with Checkered Center
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Sunflowers are known for their remarkable heliotropic behavior in youth—their buds and young flowers track the sun's movement across the sky from east to west during the day, then reorient northward at night. This natural phenomenon helped them become symbols of loyalty and longevity in countless cultures, from Van Gogh's famous paintings to ancient Aztec sun worship traditions.
- Stitch count: 21 x 23
- 5 colors in the palette
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21 x 23 stitches 5 colors
Pattern description
This petite 21×21 sunflower design packs graphic punch with its pixelated aesthetic, featuring a striking red-and-black checkerboard center that gives the bloom a modern, geometric edge. The five-color palette combines warm yellows for the outer petals with cool forest greens for the stem and leaves, creating vibrant visual contrast. Perfect for beginners, this counted cross-stitch pattern works up quickly on Aida fabric using standard DMC threads, making it an ideal first project or a charming accent in a mixed sampler.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 21 x 23 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 1.5 x 1.6 inches or 38 x 42 mm
Suggested Material Size: 7.4 x 7.5 inches or 188 x 192 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
