This beautiful design originates in Byzantium and utilizes both geometric and floral elements to stunning effect. The octagons enclose Byzantine roses and are banded by a stylized meander design which creates a wonderful intricacy. Easy to repeat, this design can be worked in either a red/black/green or red/gold/gray colorway. The stylized birds are optional.
 
Photos show two different sizes and colorways: the larger embroidery is worked on Legacy Dower Linen Sunflower in a large square (this pattern can be made larger by working more repeats). The smaller embroidery is DMC 729 antique gold, 355 red, and 317 pewter gray on Legacy Dower Linen Coconut (this is the size included in the kit)
 
There are closeup charts for both the gold/red colorway and the black/red colorway as well as a full size chart for the 17-1/2 x 17-1/2" layout.
 
Also available as a kit or paper pattern.