Two Chickadees on Branch, Warm Pastoral Palette
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Black-capped chickadees are year-round residents across North America, known for their bold personality and acrobatic feeding habits despite their small size. Their distinctive black cap and white cheek patch make them instantly recognizable, and they're among the most vocal birds in their range—their clear, two-note "chick-a-dee-dee-dee" call is how they earned their common name. These highly social birds often visit backyard feeders in small flocks and are remarkably bold around humans, showing curiosity that belies their delicate appearance. Their presence on a shared perch, as depicted here, reflects their naturally gregarious behavior during colder months.
- Stitch count: 148 x 70
- 26 colors in the palette
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148 x 70 stitches 26 colors
Pattern description
Two black-capped chickadees perch together on a weathered branch in this counted cross-stitch design, their soft gray bodies and distinctive black caps rendered in 26 DMC thread colors across 148 × 148 stitches. The warm, muted background—blending soft peachy-tan and sage tones—creates an intimate, rustic mood perfect for naturalists and bird lovers. At intermediate skill level, the pattern balances accessible stitching with enough color variety to keep needlework engaging, making it ideal for a framed piece in a cottage-style home or nature-themed room.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 148 x 70 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 10.6 x 5 inches or 269 x 127 mm
Suggested Material Size: 16.5 x 10.9 inches or 419 x 277 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
