Jewel-toned hummingbird in flight, emerald wings
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Hummingbirds are the smallest bird species in the world, with some weighing as little as 2 grams. They hover in place by beating their wings up to 80 times per second, and their iridescent feathers—caused by light refracting through microscopic structures rather than pigment alone—shift and glow in different colors depending on the viewing angle. These jewel-toned appearances have made them beloved symbols of beauty and resilience across many cultures.
- Stitch count: 116 x 125
- 30 colors in the palette
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116 x 125 stitches 30 colors
Pattern description
This intermediate-level counted cross-stitch captures a hovering hummingbird in rich, iridescent jewel tones—deep teals, emeralds, and forest greens dominating the wings and back, with warm golden-yellow and soft mauve accents on the chest and throat. The 116 × 116 stitch count on Aida fabric uses 30 DMC thread colors to achieve dimensional shading and the dynamic sense of motion as the bird hovers mid-flight. Its compact square format and intricate color blending make it ideal for framed wall art, a handstitched nature accent, or a meditative project that rewards careful thread selection and shading technique.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 116 x 125 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 8.3 x 8.9 inches or 210 x 227 mm
Suggested Material Size: 14.2 x 14.8 inches or 360 x 377 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
