Bright Yellow Duckling Counted Cross Stitch
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Ducklings are waterfowl chicks known for their downy yellow plumage and instinctive bond with their mother—a phenomenon called imprinting that fascinated early ethologists. In folklore and children's literature, the duckling has symbolized innocence, vulnerability, and transformation, from Hans Christian Andersen's tale of the ugly duckling to modern nursery décor.
- Stitch count: 38 x 66
- 10 colors in the palette
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38 x 66 stitches 10 colors
Pattern description
A cheerful yellow duckling with an oversized head and tiny feet brings nursery charm to counted cross stitch. This 38×38 stitch design uses ten DMC thread colors to create soft dimensional shading across the duckling's plump body, from pale yellow highlights to warm orange accents on the wings and feet. The blue eyes and pink beak give the character genuine personality, making it an engaging intermediate-level project that works beautifully on 14-count Aida fabric.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 38 x 66 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 2.7 x 4.7 inches or 69 x 120 mm
Suggested Material Size: 8.6 x 10.6 inches or 219 x 270 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
