Pink Tulips with Ornamental Floral Border
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Tulips are spring-flowering bulbs native to Central Asia, prized worldwide for their elegant cup-shaped blooms and vibrant color range. The pink varieties depicted here represent centuries of horticultural cultivation—wild tulips were first domesticated in Persia and later became deeply embedded in Dutch culture during the famous 17th-century 'Tulip Mania.' Today, tulips rank among the most commercially important cut flowers globally, symbolizing perfect love and springtime renewal across many Western traditions.
- Stitch count: 213 x 213
- 24 colors in the palette
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213 x 213 stitches 24 colors
Pattern description
Three oversized pink tulip blooms dominate this 213-stitch counted cross-stitch design, their soft magenta petals rendered in subtle gradations of 24 DMC thread colors. The composition centers a large open flower with visible stamens, flanked by two gracefully curved buds on green stems. An intricate decorative border of tiny cross-stitched flowers in matching pinks and greens frames the entire piece, creating a finished cushion cover suitable for intermediate to advanced needleworkers.
This advanced-level pattern balances botanical realism with domestic charm—ideal for crafters seeking a project that rewards careful color blending and shading technique. Stitched on Aida fabric with the provided DMC color palette, the soft pink and green palette evokes springtime freshness and pairs well with traditional or cottage-style décor. The cushion-cover format makes it a practical gift, whether completed as a keepsake heirloom or a seasonal accent piece for bedroom or sitting room embellishment.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 213 x 213 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 15.2 x 15.2 inches or 387 x 387 mm
Suggested Material Size: 21.1 x 21.1 inches or 537 x 537 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
