Bring gothic romance to your stitching with these crossed skeleton hands, each holding a small bouquet of flowers and leaves. The mix of white bone detail with green stems and touches of purple, mint and yellow gives it a softer, more elegant look than a harsher Halloween motif. It suits makers who like their spooky designs with a floral slant, especially for autumn clothing and accessories.
Because the design is open and lightly stitched, it will sit nicely on fabrics that benefit from a less heavy finish, such as sweatshirts, denim jackets, canvas totes and cotton shirts. The five-colour palette keeps the look clear and balanced, so the hands stay readable while the flowers add contrast and movement. It works particularly well as a statement placement on a jacket back, sweatshirt front or the centre of a roomy tote.
