Minimalist Pelican in Gold and Black
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Pelicans are remarkable waterbirds known for their enormous throat pouches, which they use to scoop and hold fish while diving. These gregarious birds are found on nearly every continent and have inspired human art and symbol for thousands of years, often representing generosity and maternal care in cultural traditions.
- Stitch count: 41 x 92
- 7 colors in the palette
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41 x 92 stitches 7 colors
Pattern description
This geometric pelican captures the bird's distinctive silhouette using a bold color palette of black, burnt orange, gold, and gray. The composition employs negative space cleverly, with the bird's head and neck rendered in solid black against a light background, while warm tones define the wings and upper body in a striking diagonal sweep.
At just 41 × 41 stitches on seven DMC thread colors, this counted cross-stitch design suits stitchers new to the craft. The high contrast between dark and light areas makes it easy to follow the chart, and the geometric interpretation simplifies the pelican's natural form into clean, satisfying blocks of color.
This pattern works beautifully as a small framed piece or incorporated into a larger sampler project. The warm oranges and golds paired with crisp black create a modern, almost minimalist mood that complements contemporary home decor, while the subject itself carries themes of grace and fishing wisdom found in coastal or nautical-themed spaces.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 41 x 92 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 2.9 x 6.6 inches or 74 x 167 mm
Suggested Material Size: 8.8 x 12.5 inches or 224 x 317 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
