Warm Rustic Fallow Deer Mother and Fawn Portrait
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About this pattern
Each PDF includes stitch counts and a full color key so you can kit it quickly. Check the stitch size against your fabric count to estimate finished dimensions, and keep a few extra skeins on hand if you plan to backstitch or outline.
Quick finishing tips
- Use shorter floss lengths to avoid tangles and keep coverage even.
- Secure thread ends under nearby stitches instead of bulky knots.
- Gently wash and press face-down on a towel before framing.
- Stitch count: 147 x 147
- 27 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 26 times
147 x 125 stitches 27 colors
Pattern description
A tender woodland scene captures a graceful doe alongside her young fawn, rendered in warm earth tones and soft cream accents. The composition balances the alert mother with the smaller offspring, creating a naturalistic vignette perfect for those drawn to wildlife and family themes in needlework.
This intermediate-level counted cross stitch spans 147 x 147 stitches and employs 27 DMC thread colors to build subtle gradations across the animals' bodies. The warm rustic palette—rich browns, honey tones, and ivory highlights—creates depth and dimension while remaining accessible for stitchers with basic cross stitch experience. Worked on Aida fabric with a traditional PDF chart, this piece suits gift-giving for nature enthusiasts or as a meaningful addition to a child's room, celebrating the bond between mother and offspring in the natural world.
Stitch planning checklist
- Measure your fabric against the stitch count to confirm finished size.
- Sort floss by symbol before you start; pre-thread a few needles for speed.
- Work in small blocks to keep counting accurate and spot mistakes early.
- Backstitch at the end of each session so outlines stay crisp.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 147 x 125 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 10.5 x 8.9 inches or 267 x 227 mm
Suggested Material Size: 16.4 x 14.8 inches or 417 x 377 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
