Prancing horse in warm floral speckles
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Horses have symbolized freedom, grace, and nobility across cultures for millennia. Their powerful yet elegant form—a combination of muscular strength and refined proportions—has made them favorites in art and decoration since ancient times. A horse in motion captures that duality perfectly, representing both untamed spirit and the harmony of a living creature at peak physical expression.
- Stitch count: 120 x 80
- 6 colors in the palette
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120 x 80 stitches 6 colors
Pattern description
A graceful horse captured mid-stride in this 120×120 counted cross-stitch pattern combines soft peachy-rose tones with jewel-bright accents of emerald, turquoise, and ruby red. The body stitching creates a gentle, dimensional effect through strategic color placement, while scattered floral motifs across the horse's form add movement and visual interest. At intermediate skill level, this six-color DMC design works beautifully on Aida fabric, offering a charming equestrian piece for needleworkers seeking a balanced project that feels both dynamic and meditative to stitch.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 120 x 80 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 8.6 x 5.7 inches or 218 x 145 mm
Suggested Material Size: 14.5 x 11.6 inches or 368 x 295 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
