Cuckoo Bird on Pale Blue Sky
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Cuckoos are remarkable for their behavior as brood parasites—they lay their eggs in the nests of other bird species, tricking unsuspecting host parents into raising cuckoo chicks as their own. Despite this deceptive reputation, they are beautiful migratory birds found across Europe, Asia, and Africa, known for their distinctive two-note call that gives the common cuckoo its name. Their elegant, long-tailed silhouette and alert posture make them popular subjects in natural history art.
- Stitch count: 126 x 100
- 26 colors in the palette
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126 x 100 stitches 26 colors
Pattern description
A cuckoo perches alertly on a lichen-covered branch, rendered in soft, naturalistic tones across 26 DMC colors. The intermediate stitch count of 126 x 126 makes this a satisfying project for needleworkers with some experience—not overwhelming, yet intricate enough to showcase subtle color blending in the bird's plumage and the textured foliage below.
The cool, muted palette of pale cream, soft browns, and slate-blue sky creates a tranquil woodland mood ideal for framing or displaying in a bedroom or study. On 14-count Aida, this design stitches to roughly 9" square, making it a manageable weekend project. The careful shading of the bird's head, wings, and tail feathers rewards patient counting, while the simplified background foliage keeps the overall difficulty balanced.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 126 x 100 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 9 x 7.1 inches or 229 x 181 mm
Suggested Material Size: 14.9 x 13 inches or 379 x 331 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
