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Charming Bird in Warm Rustic Tones

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Songbirds like the one depicted here are celebrated throughout folklore and art as symbols of dawn, hope, and the arrival of new seasons. Their morning songs—often one of nature's first sounds—have inspired human creativity for centuries, from poetry to visual art, making them iconic messengers of fresh beginnings and natural beauty.

  • Stitch count: 112 x 169
  • 23 colors in the palette
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Charming Bird in Warm Rustic Tones free cross-stitch pattern

112 x 169 stitches 23 colors

Pattern description

A dapper songbird perches on a branch in this 112 × 169 stitch pattern, rendered in warm autumn tones of tan, rust, and soft gold. The advanced-level design uses 23 DMC thread colors to capture fine detail in the bird's plumage, feathering, and expressive stance. The muted, naturalistic palette creates an inviting rustic mood perfect for adding warmth to any needlework collection.

Stitchers will appreciate the technical challenge this design offers—blending subtle color shifts to achieve depth and dimension in feather work is a hallmark of advanced counted cross stitch. The composition balances the bird's delicate form against loose foliage elements, creating movement and visual interest. Finished on standard Aida fabric, this pattern makes a lovely framed piece for nature lovers or a meaningful gift celebrating the quiet beauty of backyard birds.

Material Type: Aida Generic White

Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm

Design Size: 112 x 169 stitches

Sewn Design Size: 8 x 12.1 inches or 203 x 307 mm

Suggested Material Size: 13.9 x 18 inches or 353 x 457 mm

Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands