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Bald Eagle Portrait in Warm Rustic Tones

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The bald eagle, North America's iconic raptor, symbolizes freedom and strength across cultures. With wingspans reaching seven feet and eyesight eight times keener than humans, these magnificent birds are skilled hunters and devoted mates, often returning to the same nest for decades. Once endangered, their remarkable recovery stands as a conservation triumph.

  • Stitch count: 136 x 136
  • 30 colors in the palette
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Bald Eagle Portrait in Warm Rustic Tones free cross-stitch pattern

136 x 136 stitches 30 colors

Pattern description

A commanding bald eagle gazes directly outward in this 136 × 136 stitch counted cross-stitch pattern, rendered in a striking close-up composition. The eagle's white head plumage contrasts richly against warm brown and rust-toned background stitches, while its golden-yellow beak and piercing dark eye command the viewer's attention. The naturalistic feather detail and directional quality of the plumage create immediate visual depth.

This intermediate-level design uses 30 DMC thread colors to capture the majestic bird's dignified bearing. The warm, earthy palette—predominantly creams, tans, and browns punctuated by golden yellows—creates a rustic, contemplative mood ideal for wildlife enthusiasts and nature-themed spaces. Whether framed as a standalone artwork or incorporated into a larger home-décor scheme, this eagle portrait works beautifully on 14-count Aida fabric and rewards patient needleworkers with a finished piece of genuine character and presence.

Material Type: Aida Generic White

Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm

Design Size: 136 x 136 stitches

Sewn Design Size: 9.7 x 9.7 inches or 247 x 247 mm

Suggested Material Size: 15.6 x 15.6 inches or 397 x 397 mm

Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands