Rearing Horse with Windswept Mane
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Horses have captivated human cultures for millennia, prized for strength, speed, and elegance. The rearing pose—where a horse rises onto its hind legs—is a gesture of power and spirited temperament, historically immortalized in sculpture and portraiture as a symbol of nobility and unbridled freedom.
- Stitch count: 115 x 168
- 11 colors in the palette
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115 x 168 stitches 11 colors
Pattern description
Capture the power and grace of a horse mid-rear in this striking counted cross-stitch pattern. Worked over 115×115 stitches using 11 DMC thread colors in muted greens, grays, and creams, the design showcases a noble equine with an elaborately flowing mane and tail caught in motion. The intermediate skill level suits stitchers comfortable with color transitions and dynamic shading, while the cool, natural palette lends itself beautifully to framed wall art or as a keepsake for horse enthusiasts and equestrian lovers.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 115 x 168 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 8.2 x 12 inches or 209 x 305 mm
Suggested Material Size: 14.1 x 17.9 inches or 359 x 455 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
