Cross-stitch patterns: monkeys as a symbol of impulsiveness, vigor and spontaneity

2024 Author: Sierra Becker | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-26 03:47

Monkeys are funny animals that climb palm trees, love bananas and are distinguished by good ingenuity. Their images have firmly taken their place in the embroidery world. Today, on the shelves in needlework stores and in collections of author's designs, you can find hundreds of monkey cross stitch patterns.

Handmade secret meaning

Embroidered pictures are very symbolic. They carry the energy of a needlewoman, multiplied by the secret meaning of the embroidered pattern. In the Eastern practice of symbolism, the monkey is considered from two points of view. On the one hand, it is an open, good-natured animal, on the other, it is an impulsive, unprincipled and wild creature.

Quality of a monkey in Eastern culture:

1. Artistry. Imitation is at the heart of human development. On the evolutionary ladder, monkeys are several steps lower than humans, but artistry is also not alien to them.
2. Cunning and selfishness. These negative qualities are by no means always bad: selfishness, for example, serves well for personaldevelopment.
3. Optimism and extraversion. The sociability and curiosity of monkeys make them one of the symbols of various parties and travel.

4. Energy and strength. Monkeys would never have acquired all these qualities if not for their natural energy, instinctiveness and impulsiveness.

   A cross-stitched monkey hung in a conspicuous place in your home or office will add energy, spontaneity and love of life.

The importance of monkeys in the culture of the peoples of the world

The symbol of the monkey has a deep mythological significance in world culture. Many peoples from ancient times have noted their connection with monkeys.

• In Egypt, monkeys were revered and considered often more capable of learning than many people. Monkeys were also a symbol of the transience of time.
• In China, monkeys were the epitome of acting, play and the desire to achieve.
• In Japan, monkeys are considered the patrons and protectors of all children.

• In India, monkeys are a symbol of loy alty, strength and readiness for self-sacrifice
• In the Christian tradition, monkeys represent the fall, greed and theft.

The image of the monkey has a complex historical background and different interpretations in different parts of the world. Cross stitch with a monkey will give its owner a powerful boost of energy and strength.

Embroidered monkeys

There are countless monkey cross stitch patterns. All of them are connected in one way or another withthe above symbols and motifs. This means that monkeys almost always symbolize playfulness, narcissism, infantilism and countless different hooliganism. Most people find monkey pictures funny and adorable.

Embroidering a monkey using the counted cross technique is not at all difficult - the main thing is to find an interesting pattern, choose the right materials and be patient.

The most successful motifs and patterns for cross-stitching monkeys

1. Monkey with a banana. Banana is considered the most favorite delicacy of monkeys. A ripe banana in the picture will add juiciness to the image and bring good luck to the owner.



2. Monkey girl. Charming monkey girl in a dress or with a mirror. Such paraphernalia emphasizes femininity and inspires girls and women.
3. Baby monkeys. Such a motif is great for a stadiometer or metric. In addition, it is based on the Japanese tradition, where monkeys have always been the patrons of children.



4. Monkeys on palm branches or lianas. The monkey cross stitch pattern, where the animal is in its natural habitat, will bring the living energy of childhood, joy and a little prank to the owner's house.

5. See nothing, hear nothing, say nothing to anyone. The incredibly popular image of three monkeys from Japan is also reflected in embroidery, there are manyvariations of schemes with three monkeys, the most popular of which is the "Three Monkeys" Dimensions set. This picture is the best symbol of spiritual development, peace and purity.