Warm rustic duck profile in earthy tones
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Ducks are dabbling waterfowl found on every continent except Antarctica, prized across cultures for eggs, meat, and companionship. Their distinctive profile—rounded body, tapered neck, and characteristic bill—makes them instantly recognizable in art and decoration. Domesticated varieties come in countless color patterns; the warm earth tones in this design echo the natural plumage of mallards and other common pond ducks.
- Stitch count: 79 x 63
- 4 colors in the palette
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79 x 63 stitches 4 colors
Pattern description
This beginner-friendly counted cross-stitch captures a duck in profile with warm, earthy charm. Rendered in just four DMC thread colors—rich chocolate brown, burnt orange, brick red, and pale tan—the design builds depth through careful color gradation, creating a softly naturalistic silhouette within a modest 79×79 stitch count. The scalloped red border frames the composition with cheerful folk-craft appeal, making it an ideal first project for newcomers to needlework. Stitch it on 14-count Aida for a compact finished piece, or scale up on 11-count for a generous wall accent that brings farmhouse warmth to any room.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 79 x 63 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 5.6 x 4.5 inches or 143 x 114 mm
Suggested Material Size: 11.5 x 10.4 inches or 293 x 264 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
