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Soft Pale Dove with Green Branch

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Doves are ancient symbols of peace, love, and hope across cultures and religions. With their soft cooing calls and gentle demeanor, they've represented innocence and purity for millennia, making them enduring motifs in both fine art and folk embroidery traditions.

  • Stitch count: 26 x 27
  • 3 colors in the palette
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Soft Pale Dove with Green Branch free cross-stitch pattern

26 x 27 stitches 3 colors

Pattern description

A gentle dove rendered in cool, muted tones makes this small counted cross-stitch pattern perfect for beginners. The design uses just three DMC thread colors—black, pale blue-gray, and soft green—to create a peaceful, minimalist composition that stitches quickly on a 26×26 Aida base.

The bird's body is filled with serene pale stitches outlined in crisp black, while a delicate green branch extends downward, adding a natural grounding element. This simple color palette and modest stitch count mean you'll finish the project in an afternoon or two, making it ideal for building confidence with basic cross-stitch techniques.

Gift this small hoop to someone seeking calm décor, frame it as a peaceful meditation piece, or stitch several versions in different thread colors to create a small gallery wall. The understated design suits any room—bedroom, office, or meditation space—where quiet beauty is valued over bold statement-making.

Material Type: Aida Generic White

Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm

Design Size: 26 x 27 stitches

Sewn Design Size: 1.9 x 1.9 inches or 47 x 49 mm

Suggested Material Size: 7.8 x 7.8 inches or 197 x 199 mm

Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands