A pattern called "Rowan & Rose" by a shop called Rowan and Rose...not confusing at all! Growing up in a Ukrainian/Russian household I was very influenced by traditional Slavic folk art. The name of my shop comes from two of my favorite motifs: the rowan berries from Khokhloma lacquer painting and the roses frequently seen on wood blocked woolen shawls worn in Eastern Europe.

This design was inspired by these two motifs. I wanted to create something that incorporated rowan berries and roses together as a logo for my store. What started out as a fairly simple design (she was originally just a head) kept on evolving and eventually became this pattern.

To top off the theme is a golden shawl complete with fringe and roses as well as two bullfinches (one of Eastern Europe’s most common birds and synonymous with the Rowan tree) happily munching on berries. She also wears tiny golden earrings complete with French knot studs!

This listing is for a PDF pattern. No physical items will be sent.

Project Details:

- This pattern uses regular cross stitches, 2 French knots, fractional stitches (1/4, 1/2 & 3/4) and backstitches.
- The stitching area of this design is 84 stitches x 131 stitches.
- Stitched on 14 count Aida or 28 count linen (as shown) the finished size will range between 5.5" x 9" to 6" x 9.5" depending on how tightly it is stitched. The sample in the photos is on the smaller end of the scale.

Each purchase will come with 2 PDF downloads:
- One with a full color pattern - Symbols on colored blocks.
- One with a black and white pattern. Black symbols on a white background and colored back stitches.

Each PDF download also includes:
- "Pattern at a Glance" page with color key and general instructions.
- A two page guide to the back stitches and fractional stitches used in this project.
- One page of close-up photos

***Not Included: If you are cross stitching for the first time this pattern does not include instructions on how to cross stitch. I am working on a "Cross Stitching Beginners Guide" and should have one available as a free download with all my patterns in the next few months. Until then there are many excellent resources online that can teach you everything you need to know. Cross stitching is a great place to start if you are just entering the world of stitching and embroidery. It is very beginner friendly!

© 2022 Yevgenia Vinokurov - Rowan and Rose Designs
All Rowan and Rose patterns are for personal use only. This PDF file and all designs, images and instructions contained therein are copyright protected and may not be reproduced, redistributed or shared in any manner.