Avlea Folk Embroidery Leaves Cross Stitch Patterns

Graceful stylized flowers branch at each corner to form a delicate stalk of petals and leaves in the Evangeline Border folk embroidery pattern. Worked in a traditional color palette of three colors, each in a light and dark shade), the effect is beautiful and striking. While shown as a table runner,... Read more about Evangeline Border - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Pomegranate cross stitch folk embroidery pattern features a rich border of repeating pomegranates, one of the most beloved motifs in Mediterranean folk embroidery, appearing across Greek, Turkish, Italian, and Eastern European textile traditions as a symbol of abundance and renewal. Stitched in... Read more about Pomegranate - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Mulberry Leaf cross stitch folk embroidery pattern is an intricate, deeply satisfying design featuring a stylized mulberry leaf motif worked in deep blue and terra cotta, colors that echo the historic silk textiles this pattern pays homage to. The border mirrors along each edge in a way that... Read more about Mulberry Leaf - Cross Stitch Pattern

Anatolian Leaf and Knot folk embroidery cross stitch pattern is Inspired by stylized leaf and geometric knot motifs found in traditional folk embroidery and is worked in two alternating colorways. The copper and gold band brings to mind autumnal leaves and the blue and green band represents the... Read more about Anatolian Leaf and Knot - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Anatolian Odaelsque folk embroidery cross stitch pattern features interlocking lantern motifs and is inspired by decorative ornamental motifs from ancient Rome and Byzantium. An easy repeating pattern, the shades of coral, turquoise, warm blue and golden olive give it a modern look that works in... Read more about Anatolian Odalesque - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Little Leaves BitKit folk embroidery cross stitch pattern features a delicate little border of interlocking leaves, a design common to the folk embroidery of many lands. Stitched in a warm palette of terra cotta, gold, green, and soft blue, it works up quickly for a bit of folk embroidery charm.... Read more about BitKit Little Leaves - Cross Stitch Pattern

The BitKit Mykonos Meadow folk embroidery cross stitch pattern is inspired by stylized floral and leaf motifs from Greek island folk embroideries. Stitched in a cheerful palette of coral, leaf green, antique blue and soft yellow, it makes a delightful little table mat to brighten any room. ... Read more about BitKit Mykonos Meadow - Cross Stitch Pattern

The BitKit Placidia Floral folk embroidery cross stitch pattern features a delicate little flower and star design and is reminiscent of the mosaic ceiling in the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia in Ravenna, Italy, a famous Byzantine-era mosaic ceiling. It's a great introduction to folk embroidery in a... Read more about BitKit Placidia Floral - Cross Stitch Pattern

Laurel leaves, known as "daphni" in Greek, are a common artistic motif throughout the ancient Mediterranean world and symbolize victory and triumph. The Daphni folk embroidery cross stitch pattern reimagines this classical element in a fresh and modern way, turning it into a geometric double... Read more about Daphni - Cross Stitch Pattern

Bold stylized palm leaves spring forth from floral centers in the Delian Leaves folk embroidery cross stitch pattern. Leaf motifs feature prominently in decorative art throughout the ancient Mediterranean and legend has it that the sun god, Apollo, was born under a palm tree on the island of Delos.... Read more about Delian Leaves - Cross Stitch Pattern