The Gatehouse Guardian

11.6"  x  14.0"   on 16/32 count fabric

Step into the enchanted realm with The Gatehouse Guardian, a breathtaking Mirabilia Designs pattern by Nora Corbett featuring a whimsical fairy figure adorned with elaborate moth-like wings, a billowing layered gown in aqua, chartreuse, and violet, and wild tendrils of magical hair. Rendered on 32 count Natural Brown Linen, this advanced counted cross stitch design showcases exquisite detail through specialty silks, metallic braids, and sparkling beads. A truly show-stopping piece for experienced stitchers who love fantasy art at its most imaginative.

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Description

The Gatehouse Guardian, from Mirabilia Designs.

Designed by Nora Corbett, © 2026.
The Gatehouse Guardian portrays a tall, willowy fairy sentinel standing with commanding grace, her enormous moth-inspired wings spreading wide in warm amber and jewel tones. Her dramatic ensemble layers a structured violet bodice over cascading skirts of aqua and pale green, animated by flowing pink ribbon tendrils that curl outward like enchanted vines. The naturalistic color palette against the warm linen ground gives this piece an earthy, mystical atmosphere — as if she truly guards the entrance to an ancient fairy woodland.

Supplies Needed to Stitch MD-205 “The Gatehouse Guardian”

Stitched on 32 count Natural Brown Linen.

DMC Floss Caron Waterlilies Kreinik #4 Braid
  • 9
  • 15 (×2)
  • 33
  • 153
  • 209
  • 434
  • 471
  • 611
  • 754
  • 758
  • 762
  • 772
  • 898
  • 948
  • 966 (×2)
  • 3041
  • 3042
  • 3371 (×2)
  • 3733
  • 3740
  • 3814
  • 3816 (×2)
  • 3834
  • 3847
  • B5200
  • White
  • 045 Flame
  • 137 Copper
  • 139 Kelp
  • 684 Aquamarine
  • 3215 Peridot

Mill Hill Beads

  • 02014 Black
  • 02025 Heather
  • 02047 Soft Willow
  • 42033 Autumn Flame
  • 13102 Margarita Chili Pepper AB

There are no known corrections to this pattern. If you suspect one, contact Mirabilia Designs.

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Stitch Count186 w x 224 h
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