Soft Pastel Sitting Bunny with Floppy Ears
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Rabbits are among the most recognizable domesticated animals, valued across cultures for their gentle temperament and symbolic associations with spring, renewal, and fertility. The long ears visible in this design serve as both cooling organs in warm weather and sensitive hearing apparatus that help rabbits detect predators in the wild. Both domestic and wild rabbits are herbivorous, spending much of their day grazing or in quiet repose—the exact posture captured in this cross-stitch composition.
- Stitch count: 114 x 118
- 9 colors in the palette
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114 x 118 stitches 9 colors
Pattern description
A charming seated bunny rendered in soft pastels and muted greens makes this 114×114 counted cross-stitch pattern perfect for nurseries and children's rooms. The design captures a moment of gentle repose, with the rabbit's characteristic long ears relaxed at its sides and its expression calm and endearing. The minimal grassy base grounds the composition without overwhelming the focal subject.
Nine DMC thread colors create subtle depth across the bunny's form, blending pale mint and sage tones for the body with touches of pink on the inner ears and nose. The monochromatic palette keeps stitching meditative and forgiving—an intermediate project that builds confidence without demanding advanced blending or color-mixing techniques.
Ideal for a child's sampler, nursery wall hanging, or as a gift for young animal lovers, this pattern works beautifully on 14-count Aida in natural or cream. Stitch it as a standalone square or incorporate it into a larger patchwork of spring and woodland motifs for a cohesive room-décor collection.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 114 x 118 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 8.1 x 8.4 inches or 207 x 214 mm
Suggested Material Size: 14 x 14.3 inches or 357 x 364 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
