Giraffes
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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.
- Stitch count: 126 x 119
- 27 colors in the palette
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126 x 119 stitches 27 colors
Pattern description
Giraffes in a sun-drenched savanna bring warmth and gentle charm to this counted cross stitch pattern, perfect for stitchers who love African wildlife and cheerful children's needlework. The design captures two adorable giraffes with long necks and expressive faces, rendered in soft yellows, warm browns, and peachy tones against a pale background dotted with green grass and delicate pink flowers. At 126 × 119 stitches, this intermediate project uses 27 DMC thread colors to create remarkable depth and personality in the animals' features and the natural landscape surrounding them. The composition balances detail with accessibility—intricate shading in the giraffes' coats and faces contrasts with simpler stitch sections, making the needlework experience both engaging and manageable.
This free printable PDF chart comes complete with a full DMC color key, making it straightforward to gather your materials and begin stitching on 14-count Aida fabric. The intermediate skill level assumes comfort with counted cross stitch fundamentals while offering the satisfaction of working with multiple thread colors and subtle color transitions. Whether you're creating a nursery decoration or a gift for a young child, this pattern delivers a finished piece brimming with personality and charm that will brighten any space.
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