Rose

Rose

Considered a favorite flower by many, roses have long enchanted people. Roses are available in a multitude of colors, shapes, and sizes. They provide drama and beauty to any garden. If you're looking for a wonderful heirloom-quality project, you can't really go wrong with a cross stitch rose pattern.

One reason so many people are fascinated by roses is how they symbolize life's struggles and achievements. If you survive the thorns of life, you're rewarded with loveliness and contentment.

You'll find no shortage of possibilities if you are looking for a cross stitch rose pattern. You can stitch an arrangement of realistic roses or, if you like, a modern rendition by artists such as Rennie Mackintosh. The design you decide to stitch should suit the tastes of the recipient. But as you're considering your choices, don't forget the symbolic meaning of roses.