Golden Sunflowers with Lush Green Foliage
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Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus) are among the tallest flowering plants, with some varieties reaching over twelve feet. Their distinctive spiral seed pattern follows the Fibonacci sequence, a mathematical phenomenon that has fascinated botanists and artists for centuries. Native to Mexico, sunflowers were cultivated by indigenous peoples and later became beloved across Europe after Spanish explorers brought them back in the 16th century.
- Stitch count: 193 x 52
- 18 colors in the palette
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193 x 52 stitches 18 colors
Pattern description
This counted cross-stitch pattern captures the warmth of summer blooms with three golden sunflowers arranged across a natural composition. Worked on 193 x 193 stitches with 18 DMC thread colors, the design balances bold yellow petals and deep brown centers against soft green leaves and trailing brown stems, creating a composition that feels both garden-fresh and elegantly restrained.
The 18-color palette delivers rich depth without overwhelming complexity—golden yellows grade into warm browns at each flower's center, while the green foliage varies in tone to suggest natural dimensionality. Advanced stitchers will appreciate how the gradation creates subtle shading that brings each bloom to life.
This pattern works beautifully as a framed needlework piece for kitchen, dining room, or cottage-style spaces. The cheerful seasonal mood makes it an ideal project for spring and summer stitching, and the finished piece captures the timeless appeal of sunflowers in both traditional and contemporary home decor.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 193 x 52 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 13.8 x 3.7 inches or 350 x 94 mm
Suggested Material Size: 19.7 x 9.6 inches or 500 x 244 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
