Warm-toned armadillo cross-stitch pattern
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Armadillos are remarkable burrowers whose name means 'little armored one' in Spanish. Their distinctive shells are made of bony plates called osteoderms, which provide protection but also make them surprisingly flexible—they can curl into near-impenetrable balls when threatened. These nocturnal insectivores are found throughout the Americas and are known for their surprising swimming ability, holding their breath for minutes as they walk along riverbeds.
- Stitch count: 122 x 74
- 12 colors in the palette
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122 x 74 stitches 12 colors
Pattern description
Stitch this charming armadillo in warm earth tones and soft peachy hues across 122 x 122 stitches. The design features crisp outlines that define the creature's distinctive segmented armor plating, while the peachy-tan palette creates an inviting, approachable mood perfect for intermediate needleworkers. With twelve DMC thread colors and a balanced composition, this counted cross-stitch pattern works beautifully on Aida fabric as a whimsical wildlife accent for a child's room, nursery, or nature-lover's collection. Consider framing it as a standalone piece or incorporating it into a larger sampler celebrating creatures of the American Southwest.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 122 x 74 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 8.7 x 5.3 inches or 221 x 134 mm
Suggested Material Size: 14.6 x 11.2 inches or 371 x 284 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
