Elizabeth’s Rose Bellpull

By Carol Leather

A graceful Victorian-inspired tribute in stitches

Product Description:

When Her Majesty the Queen Mother turned ninety, a beautiful pink rose was named in her honour. That quiet gesture of admiration sparked this design—a bellpull that lets you stitch an elegant story of grace, warmth, and steadfast strength. Each moment at the hoop becomes a mindful pause, a chance to reflect and create something deeply personal.

Arranged as a classic vertical sampler, the piece unfolds block by block, each introducing a fresh blackwork fill to keep your needle dancing. The refined two-colour palette—DMC 498 and DMC 500—evokes rose and leaf, striking against crisp white fabric and suiting both Aida and evenweave/linen. Worked in backstitch or double running stitch, it’s comfortably within reach for a confident beginner yet satisfying for seasoned stitchers.

Slim and poised, this bellpull brings timeless charm to a hallway or sitting room and makes a heartfelt way to honour someone special—or your own love of tradition. Modelled on 14 count white Aida, it finishes into a keepsake you’ll be proud to hang and pass down.

Highlighted Feature: A new blackwork fill in every block keeps the stitching engaging and delightfully varied.

PATTERN DETAILS: This is an instant download digital pattern in PDF format.

• Skill Level: Confident Beginner
• Fabric: 14/16/18 ct Aida or 28/32 ct evenweave/linen; model stitched on 14 ct Aida (white)
• Stitch Count: 58 x 243
• Design Size: 4 1/8 x 17 3/8 in at 14 ct; 3 5/8 x 15 1/4 in at 16 ct; 3 1/4 x 13 1/2 in at 18 ct
• Stitches Used: Backstitch or double running stitch
• Colour Palette: DMC 498 and DMC 500
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YOUR DOWNLOAD INCLUDES:

• Colour charts (clear symbols)
• Multi-page large-print and single-page overview
• Symbol key and full DMC floss list
• Sizing guide for multiple fabric counts
• Step-by-step instructions
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Add Elizabeth’s Rose Bellpull to your basket and begin a beautiful, meaningful stitch today.

• Please Note: This listing is for a digital PDF pattern only. No physical materials (fabric, floss, needle) will be shipped.