Beagle Puppy with Pink Rose Portrait

Pattern description

A brown-and-white beagle puppy takes center stage in this charming counted cross-stitch pattern, rendered in 34 DMC thread colors across a 127×127 stitch count. The pup's soulful expression—alert ears, gentle eyes, and characteristic hound markings—captures the breed's endearing personality perfectly. A vibrant pink rose held delicately in the composition adds a whimsical romantic touch that elevates this from simple pet portraiture to a sentimental keepsake.

The warm, natural palette of browns, creams, and tans blends seamlessly with crisp green leaves and a striking magenta bloom, creating visual harmony despite the bold floral accent. This intermediate-to-advanced project demands careful attention to color transitions and shading, especially in rendering the puppy's textured coat and the dimensional petals. The pixel-art medium brings both softness and clarity to the subject—no small feat when working with small stitches.

Perfect for dog lovers and nature enthusiasts alike, this pattern makes an excellent heirloom gift for new pet owners or a meaningful wall piece for a nursery or home office. Stitch it on 14-count Aida fabric for a finished size of approximately 9×9 inches, or scale up on 11-count for a bolder 11×11-inch result. The detailed chart and DMC thread list are available in printable PDF format, making this an accessible project despite its advanced skill rating.