African Big Five Animals Warm Muted
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The Big Five—lion, African elephant, Cape buffalo, African leopard, and rhinoceros—earned their name not from size but from the danger and difficulty early big-game hunters faced pursuing them on foot. Today they symbolize African wildlife conservation and remain the most sought-after sightings on safari across East and Southern Africa, representing the continent's most powerful and revered megafauna.
- Stitch count: 120 x 118
- 46 colors in the palette
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120 x 118 stitches 46 colors
Pattern description
This advanced 120×120 cross-stitch captures Africa's most iconic wildlife in rich, earthy tones—elephant, lion, buffalo, and rhinoceros clustered together in a compact composition. With 46 DMC thread colors and intricate shading, the design demands experienced needlework skills to render the animals' textures convincingly: the elephant's weathered skin, the lion's golden mane, and the buffalo's dark coat. Perfect for wildlife enthusiasts or as a statement piece celebrating Africa's natural heritage, this counted cross-stitch pattern offers a substantial stitching challenge on Aida fabric that yields a deeply rewarding, museum-quality result.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 120 x 118 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 8.6 x 8.4 inches or 218 x 214 mm
Suggested Material Size: 14.5 x 14.3 inches or 368 x 364 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
