If you're looking for a vibrant floral project that captures the warmth and detail of fresh summer blooms, this Lily Blossom Cross Stitch Pattern is an absolute joy to stitch. Featuring rich pink petals that gently transition into fiery orange and sunny yellow centers, complete with delicate green stamen accents, this design brings a burst of botanical elegance to any needlework collection.
Compact yet packed with rich, warm color shading, it makes a quick weekend project or a lovely handmade gift for plant lovers and flower enthusiasts alike.
Pattern Overview & Specifications
Designed on a manageable 40×40 grid, this small floral motif is fast to complete while still providing a rewarding depth of detail through clever color layering.
- Pattern Title: Lily Blossom Cross Stitch Chart
- Design Area: 40 stitches wide × 40 stitches high
- Estimated Finished Size: Approx. 2.8 × 2.8 inches (7.2 × 7.2 cm) on 14-count Aida
- Recommended Fabric: 14-Count White, Cream, or Natural Oatmeal Aida
- Stitch Types Used: Full Cross Stitches only
- Thread Requirement: Use 2 strands of DMC cotton embroidery floss
DMC Floss Palette & Color Key
This design utilizes 8 carefully chosen DMC shades to create smooth gradient transitions across the lily petals, core, and stem:
| Symbol | DMC Code | Description | Primary Usage |
|---|---|---|---|
| ● | 3326 | Petal Body Light Rose | Main Petal Body & Soft Highlights |
| ☒ | 602 | Petal Shadows Cranberry | Petal Shadows & Shading |
| 田 | 718 | Petal Deep Shadows / Center Deep Plum | Deep Contours & Center Depth |
| ★ | 815 | Stamen Accents Garnet | Stamen Accents & Deep Speckles |
| ▲ | 741 | Petal Inner Transition Tangerine | Inner Petal Warmth Transition |
| ◆ | 726 | Petal Center Core / Highlights Topaz | Petal Center Highlights |
| ✔ | 906 | Stamen Filaments Parrot Green | Stamen Filaments & Core Greenery |
| ∧ | 905 | Style / Pistil Tip Parrot Green Dark | Pistil Tip Accents |
Why You'll Love Stitching This Pattern
- Gorgeous Color Blending: The palette creates a rich depth that makes the lily pop off the fabric without requiring overly complex fractional stitches.
- Perfect Small Project: At just 40×40 stitches, it's ideal for a quick evening finish, framed in a tiny wooden hoop, or applied to a greeting card or tote bag.
- Beginner-Friendly Layout: Uses exclusively full cross-stitches, making it accessible for stitchers of all skill levels while still looking intricate.
Download Your Free Cross-Stitch Chart
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