Brown Horse with White Blaze Portrait
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Horses have been central to human culture for millennia, valued not only as working animals but as symbols of grace, freedom, and nobility. The chestnut coloring visible in this portrait is one of the most common and recognizable horse colors, ranging from light copper to deep mahogany depending on genetics and sunlight. The white blaze marking on the face — a natural pattern of white hair running down the face — is a common identifying feature used by breeders and riders to distinguish individual horses within a herd or breed registry.
- Stitch count: 130 x 146
- 30 colors in the palette
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130 x 146 stitches 30 colors
Pattern description
This rustic counted cross-stitch pattern captures a chestnut horse in profile, rendered in warm, naturalistic tones across 130 x 130 stitches. The 30 DMC color palette blends rich browns, creams, and soft greens to create depth and dimension, while the horse's characteristic white blaze and gentle expression lend quiet charm to the composition. The intermediate skill level makes this a satisfying project for stitchers ready to tackle shading and realistic animal portraiture without advanced techniques.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 130 x 146 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 9.3 x 10.4 inches or 236 x 265 mm
Suggested Material Size: 15.2 x 16.3 inches or 386 x 415 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
