Bold Black Duck with Green Head Pixel Art
Explore more patterns
Download the free PDF chart once you sign in.
Did you know?
Ducks are dabbling waterfowl found on nearly every continent, known for their distinctive drake plumage—males of many species sport iridescent green heads, black breasts, and white collars, exactly as depicted here. These adaptable birds spend their lives between water and land, feeding on aquatic plants and insects, and have inspired human culture for millennia through art, folklore, and design. The vibrant coloring visible in this pattern reflects the real seasonal brilliance of mallards and other dabbling ducks during breeding season.
- Stitch count: 35 x 30
- 5 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 151 times
35 x 30 stitches 5 colors
Pattern description
This charming duck design captures a waterfowl in classic black and white with a vibrant green head and yellow feet—a straightforward composition that recalls pixel-art simplicity. The bold color blocking makes it instantly recognizable on an Aida fabric base, with just five DMC thread colors keeping the stitch count manageable at 35 × 35 stitches.
Perfect for beginners, the pattern uses solid color zones and clear stitch boundaries, letting new needleworkers build confidence without intricate shading or fractional stitches. The bright, jewel-toned palette—especially that emerald head and golden feet—ensures the finished piece pops against any background.
Frame it as a standalone accent for a child's room, stitch it into a tote bag, or nest several waterfowl designs together for a playful gallery wall. The cheerful character and small footprint make it ideal for quick projects, ornaments, or sampling different stitching techniques on a single manageable canvas.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 35 x 30 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 2.5 x 2.1 inches or 64 x 54 mm
Suggested Material Size: 8.4 x 8 inches or 214 x 204 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
