An oestrogen molecule, reimagined in vintage florals! The hydroxl and methyl groups have been replaced by blooming flowers, and a delicate vine wraps around the chemical structure giving new life to a scientific diagram. This is the estradiol/oestradiol (E2) form of oestrogen and the most potent estrogen during the premenopausal period, and the form delivered to transgender women during hormone therapy.
There are 4 different text variations (oestrogen/estrogen/oestradiol/estradiol) and 2 different text placement areas; instructions and anchor points are included to help you place the text option you want in the position you want it.
This piece contains no actual cross stitching; the effect is created using different thicknesses of backstitching instead. There are 4 different colourways included, or create one entirely your own!
Please note, this listing is for a pattern to allow you to create your own cross stitch.
It is NOT a finished item! You will receive digital (PDF) files, not a physical item.
Stats:
Size: 85 x 61 stitches (6.1” x 4.4” on 14 count Aida)
Thread Colours: 7
Difficulty: Confident beginner / Intermediate
Stitches used: backstitching, French knots (optional)
You will receive: seven (7) PDF files:
- 'How to Cross Stitch' guide (including all stitches you will need for this project & more)
- Pattern (A4 paper)
- Pattern (US Letter paper)
- Pattern with no black threads (A4 paper)
- Pattern with no black threads (US Letter paper)
- Pattern with only black threads (A4 paper)
- Pattern with only black threads (US Letter paper)
Also included at the end of each pattern file is a 6 page stitching guide which gives notes & recommendations on stitching this piece.
Please note: there is no Pattern Keeper-compatible file included in this listing, as Pattern Keeper is currently unable to recognise backstitching.
You will need:
• Fabric (we recommend 14 count Aida cloth)
• Embroidery thread / floss (pattern lists DMC brand colour codes but you can use any type)
• Embroidery / Tapestry needle (blunt-ended)
• Scissors / thread snips
You may find helpful:
• Embroidery hoop (to maintain fabric tension whilst working
• Magnetic needleminder (we sell a selection)
All patterns are designed and created by Helen of Fandom Cross Stitchery; please do not copy, resell, or otherwise redistribute my designs. ©Fandom Cross Stitchery
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Floral Oestrogen / Estrogen Blackwork (Pattern)
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