Bright Yellow Chick and Eggshell Cross Stitch
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About this pattern
Each PDF includes stitch counts and a full color key so you can kit it quickly. Check the stitch size against your fabric count to estimate finished dimensions, and keep a few extra skeins on hand if you plan to backstitch or outline.
Quick finishing tips
- Use shorter floss lengths to avoid tangles and keep coverage even.
- Secure thread ends under nearby stitches instead of bulky knots.
- Gently wash and press face-down on a towel before framing.
- Stitch count: 70 x 70
- 26 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 186 times
70 x 66 stitches 26 colors
Pattern description
This cheerful counted cross stitch captures a newly hatched chick beside its warm coral-orange eggshell, rendered in vibrant yellows and golds against a crisp white background. The composition balances playful character with clear-eyed detail, showcasing the chick's personality through blue eyes and pink beak. Perfect for nursery projects or springtime décor, the bold color palette ensures crisp definition on standard Aida fabric.
At 70 x 70 stitches, this intermediate-level pattern uses 26 DMC thread colors to build depth and warmth across the design. The complexity offers an engaging stitch count for crafters seeking a rewarding afternoon project without overwhelming detail work. With its cheerful spring subject and compact finished size, this pattern works beautifully as a framed gift, greeting card insert, or part of a coordinated nursery scheme—ideal for baby showers, Easter celebrations, or bringing color to any child's space.
Stitch planning checklist
- Measure your fabric against the stitch count to confirm finished size.
- Sort floss by symbol before you start; pre-thread a few needles for speed.
- Work in small blocks to keep counting accurate and spot mistakes early.
- Backstitch at the end of each session so outlines stay crisp.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 70 x 66 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 5 x 4.7 inches or 127 x 120 mm
Suggested Material Size: 10.9 x 10.6 inches or 277 x 270 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
