Purple Violet with Deep Green Foliage
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Violets are beloved flowering plants with a long cultural history spanning herbalism, symbolism, and ornamental gardening. These low-growing perennials are celebrated for their velvety petals and distinctive face-like blooms, which appear in shades ranging from deep purple and indigo to white and yellow. In Victorian flower language, violets signified modesty, faithfulness, and virtue—making them popular choices for pressed flowers and decorative needlework. Botanically, they thrive in cool, moist conditions and self-seed readily, which is why they have naturalized across temperate regions worldwide.
- Stitch count: 87 x 147
- 28 colors in the palette
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87 x 147 stitches 28 colors
Pattern description
This jewel-toned violet pattern captures the delicate charm of a single bloom in rich amethyst shades, accented with a luminous cream center. The composition places the flower at the top, with naturalistic green foliage and stems cascading gracefully below, creating an elegant vertical design suited to framed needlework or a decorative sampler. The 87×87 stitch count keeps the piece accessible without sacrificing the intricate detail that brings the flower to life on 14-count Aida fabric.
The 28 DMC thread colors required for this intermediate-level project allow you to achieve subtle gradations in both the petals and leaves. Working through the shading stitches rewards patience with dimensional, realistic florals that catch light naturally—a satisfying challenge for needleworkers ready to move beyond simpler patterns.
Violets make treasured gifts for gardeners and flower enthusiasts, and this counted cross stitch design translates beautifully into personalized décor for a bedroom, study, or cottage-style kitchen. The cool purple and green palette brings a fresh, botanical sensibility to any room, and the finished piece makes an ideal heirloom-quality keepsake for plant lovers.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 87 x 147 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 6.2 x 10.5 inches or 158 x 267 mm
Suggested Material Size: 12.1 x 16.4 inches or 308 x 417 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
