Cheerful Soft Pastel Mouse with Rosy Ears
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Mice have captivated human imagination for millennia, appearing as clever tricksters in fables and beloved characters in modern storytelling. Their small size, curious nature, and dexterous paws make them endlessly fascinating to observe—and endlessly endearing to depict in needlework and illustration.
- Stitch count: 121 x 149
- 28 colors in the palette
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121 x 149 stitches 28 colors
Pattern description
This gentle mouse sports oversized pink ears and a plump belly rendered in warm pastels—gray, cream, and soft rose tones blend beautifully across the 121 × 121 stitch count, creating a cuddly character perfect for nurseries or children's rooms. The blue eyes and sweet expression make it an endearing subject for stitchers seeking intermediate-level projects with real personality.
With 28 DMC thread colors and moderate stitch complexity, this counted cross-stitch design rewards patience with a soft, dimensional finish. The color palette—muted grays, coral accents, and pale yellows—lends itself well to framing above a changing table or tucking into a baby gift. Stitched on 14-count Aida, it completes in a satisfying timeframe while building confidence in blending techniques and color transitions.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 121 x 149 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 8.6 x 10.6 inches or 220 x 270 mm
Suggested Material Size: 14.5 x 16.5 inches or 370 x 420 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
