CHART PACK:
The Lady and the Unicorn
CROSS STITCH PATTERN DESIGNED BY Gera! by Kyoko Maruoka
In this refined cross stitch piece, designer Kyoko Maruoka revisits the fascinating theme of the Lady and the Unicorn originally pictured in a medieval tapestry wall hanging (France - 16th century).
Here, in cross stitch, the lady is is pictured, elegantly seated on the white, horse-like beast. Like in the original tapestry, she is surrounded by lush, abundant flowers that fill the entire background. Two little rabbits play below in the grass while two birds fly above.
The work is entirely covered with cross stitches, with a soft, red background adding a warm glow to the piece. Since the background is entirely filled, you could subsitute cross stitch for needlepoint, working the piece in tent stitch or half stitch on a blank canvas.
Creative Poppy suggestions:
- If you do not want to stitch the entire background, you could cross stitch the piece on a piece of linen with a soft red hue. Test first to check that your white stitches offer sufficient coverage. Adjust the number of strands if needed.
- Expert only: For a "miniature" effect, consider stitching this piece over one thread.
A cross stitch pattern by Gera! by Kyoko Maruoka.
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Chart info & Needlework supplies for the pattern:
The Lady and the Unicorn
Chart size in stitches: 96 x 107 (wide x high)
Needlework fabric: Aida, Linen or Evenweave
Stitches: Cross stitch,
Chart: Black & White, Color
Threads: DMC
Number of colors: 30
Themes: medieval tapestry, unicorn, horse, beast, lady
