White Swan Mother and Daughter in Muted Green
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About this pattern
Each PDF includes stitch counts and a full color key so you can kit it quickly. Check the stitch size against your fabric count to estimate finished dimensions, and keep a few extra skeins on hand if you plan to backstitch or outline.
Quick finishing tips
- Use shorter floss lengths to avoid tangles and keep coverage even.
- Secure thread ends under nearby stitches instead of bulky knots.
- Gently wash and press face-down on a towel before framing.
- Stitch count: 159 x 159
- 44 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 93 times
159 x 119 stitches 44 colors
Pattern description
This tender counted cross-stitch captures an elegant white swan with her cygnate in soft, naturalistic tones. The composition uses a peaceful green background that recedes beautifully, allowing the pale plumage and subtle peach-toned beak details to command attention. The 44-color DMC palette creates remarkable depth and dimension in the white feathers, from cream to pale grey undertones, making this an advanced project that rewards patient needlework with photorealistic results. Stitched on standard Aida fabric over 159 x 159 stitches, this design is ideal for experienced stitchers seeking a meaningful family portrait in wildlife form. The soft, naturalistic aesthetic makes it perfect as a nursery keepsake or gift celebrating motherhood and new beginnings. Its gentle subject matter and muted color harmony suit coastal or nature-themed home décor, while the protected pairing between mother and offspring carries timeless symbolic weight that transcends seasonal trends.
Stitch planning checklist
- Measure your fabric against the stitch count to confirm finished size.
- Sort floss by symbol before you start; pre-thread a few needles for speed.
- Work in small blocks to keep counting accurate and spot mistakes early.
- Backstitch at the end of each session so outlines stay crisp.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 159 x 119 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 11.4 x 8.5 inches or 289 x 216 mm
Suggested Material Size: 17.3 x 14.4 inches or 439 x 366 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
