Regular and Large print chart included
Pattern Keeper compatible
The Mermaid and the Dragon by Warwick Goble is a captivating fantasy illustration filled with mystery, enchantment, and delicate underwater beauty. Created for Book of Fairy Poetry in 1920, the artwork depicts a golden-haired mermaid seated among coral and seashells as a sea dragon rises from the water before her. The dreamlike composition, flowing lines, and soft pastel tones create a magical atmosphere that feels pulled directly from the pages of a classic fairy tale.
British illustrator Warwick Goble was celebrated for his richly imaginative illustrations inspired by folklore, mythology, and fantasy literature. In The Mermaid and the Dragon, Goble combines graceful Art Nouveau styling with intricate decorative details to create a scene that feels both whimsical and mysterious. The flowing hair of the mermaid, the curling forms of the coral, and the serpentine movement of the dragon all contribute to the fluid rhythm of the composition, while the muted seafoam greens, sandy creams, blush pinks, and soft blues enhance the ethereal underwater setting.
This museum-quality full-coverage cross-stitch pattern beautifully recreates the delicate linework, soft color palette, and enchanting fantasy elements of the original illustration. The intricate textures of the coral, shimmering tail, and decorative details provide a relaxing and visually rewarding stitching experience, resulting in a finished piece filled with storybook magic and elegance.
Perfect for lovers of mermaids, fantasy art, fairy tale illustration, and Art Nouveau-inspired artistic cross-stitch designs, this pattern brings timeless underwater fantasy into your stitching collection.
This chart is available in two formats - regular and large print. Once you make your purchase you will have access to both.
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Design Size:
203w x 324h stitches
Types of Stitches:
Full stitches only, no half or quarter stitches, no backstitching
Level of Difficulty:
Advanced
Sewn Design Size:
14 count: 14.50 x 23.14 inches - 368mm x 588mm
18 count: 11.28 x 18.00 inches - 286mm x 457mm
20 count: 10.15 x 16.20 inches - 258mm x 411mm
22 count: 9.23 x 14.73 inches - 234mm x 374mm
Fabric size necessary for design:
Add six inches to both length and width (3" on each side)
Number of floss colors in the design: 76 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors.
