The stitch itself isn't sassy. I think it's kinda cute. My name for it is a little sassy. It's a riff on the recent Star Octagon theme. I present Collapsed Star Octagon.
The stitch has the same core element as the Star Octagon, specifically an element over 1-2-1-2-1 rows. As with the Star Octagon, it alternates directions but from a different point.
I added a bead to the emerging intersection, though that is just one idea. Alternately, you could leave it empty.
Or add a Cross Stitch for a small quilted look.
The stitched sample on Instagram illustrates the middle diagram (without an accent). It uses Pepper Pot Silk on 13-mesh.
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I hope you have the perfect spot for this stitch! Enjoy!