Stitch a purple iris with this free printable cross-stitch pattern. Preview the DMC colors, adjust the palette if needed, and export the chart as a PDF.
The yellow throat markings are small but important. Stitch those accent areas after the purple petals so they stay crisp and give the iris its recognizable botanical shape.
Chart generated by StitchBitz, licensed under the StitchBitz Generated Chart License.
Source photo by Flavia Bon, licensed under Unsplash License.
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To stitch this design, you will need a piece of Aida fabric measuring at least 15×15 cm on 16-count Aida. The primary colors featured in this pattern are DMC codes Blanc, 3756, 550.
It suits a confident beginner or intermediate stitcher. The light background and single flower are easy to read, while the petal folds and yellow markings add some careful detail.
The chart uses violet and purple DMC shades for the petals, yellow accents for the markings, and greens for the stem. The generated key below lists the exact DMC codes and skein estimates.
Yes. Pale grey, ivory, or soft blue Aida can work well with purple petals. Make sure the lightest petal and background stitches still contrast before downloading the final PDF.
The iris stem is a narrow vertical detail. Count it from the flower downward before filling the background so the bloom and stem stay visually connected in the square grid.
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