Bright Red Elephant with Geometric Blanket
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Elephants are the largest living land mammals, known for their remarkable intelligence and complex social bonds within family groups. These gentle giants possess an incredible memory and use their distinctive trunks—containing over 40,000 muscles—for everything from breathing and communication to manipulating objects with surprising dexterity.
- Stitch count: 31 x 30
- 6 colors in the palette
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31 x 30 stitches 6 colors
Pattern description
This cheerful elephant makes a perfect beginner cross-stitch project, featuring a friendly gray body with a bold red and multicolored patterned blanket across its back. The design combines the simplicity of a stylized animal figure with decorative detail work that keeps stitchers engaged without overwhelming them.
At just 31 x 31 stitches, this pattern works up quickly on standard Aida fabric using six DMC thread colors—ideal for crafters building confidence with counted cross-stitch. The color palette balances soft grays with vibrant reds, purples, and oranges, creating a cheerful mood perfect for a child's room or nursery décor.
Consider framing this piece as a standalone ornament or incorporating it into a larger baby quilt or wall hanging. The beginner-friendly stitch count and clear color blocking make this a rewarding first project for young needleworkers or anyone new to cross-stitch.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 31 x 30 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 2.2 x 2.1 inches or 56 x 54 mm
Suggested Material Size: 8.1 x 8 inches or 206 x 204 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
