Bullfinch in Soft Pastels Against Pale Sky
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The bullfinch is a striking finch native to Europe and Asia, recognizable by its distinctive rounded body, black cap, and rosy-pink breast in males. Known for their quiet, gentle nature and preference for quiet gardens and woodland edges, bullfinches have long been beloved in European folk tradition and art, symbolizing domesticity and the changing seasons as they visit berry-bearing shrubs in autumn and winter.
- Stitch count: 149 x 127
- 30 colors in the palette
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149 x 127 stitches 30 colors
Pattern description
A robin-like European songbird emerges from this 149×149-stitch counted cross-stitch pattern, rendered in soft peachy-pink and warm earth tones. The composition captures a single bullfinch in profile, perched against a serene pale-blue sky with delicate cloud details. The 30 DMC thread colors blend seamlessly across the Aida canvas, creating gentle gradations that bring dimension to the bird's distinctive plumage without harsh outlines.
Intermediate stitchers will find this design rewarding: the moderate stitch count keeps the project manageable, while the color palette demands careful attention to thread selection and shading technique. The mix of solid fills and subtle gradation work builds valuable needlework skills. With its restful blue-sky backdrop and gentle subject matter, this piece suits a nature-loving stitcher seeking a peaceful, meditative project—or a thoughtful gift for a bird enthusiast's home décor.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 149 x 127 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 10.6 x 9.1 inches or 270 x 230 mm
Suggested Material Size: 16.5 x 15 inches or 420 x 380 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
