Muted Pigeon with Pink Eye Detail
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Pigeons have served humanity for millennia—ancient Egyptians domesticated them around 3000 BCE, and they became symbols of peace, love, and devotion across cultures. Their natural intelligence, homing instinct, and gentle cooing have made them treasured as both working birds and beloved companions, appearing in art and folklore worldwide.
- Stitch count: 40 x 34
- 7 colors in the palette
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40 x 34 stitches 7 colors
Pattern description
This compact 40×40 counted cross-stitch captures a gentle pigeon in profile, rendered in soft grays, blacks, and cool lavenders that evoke a realistic bird study. The artist has added a delicate pink accent to the pigeon's eye, bringing warmth and life to an otherwise restrained palette—a thoughtful touch that draws focus to the bird's calm, watchful gaze.
At beginner level with just seven DMC thread colors, this design works beautifully on 14-count Aida fabric and demands minimal color management while still achieving dimension through subtle tonal shifts. The small stitch count makes it an ideal first-bird project or a quick, rewarding finish for needleworkers seeking something manageable yet visually satisfying.
Perfect for nature lovers or pigeon enthusiasts, the finished piece suits a shelf, a framed corner, or a greeting card. Its quiet palette coordinates easily with farmhouse, modern, or naturalist room schemes, and the modest size leaves room for creative display alongside companion bird designs or botanical borders.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 40 x 34 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 2.9 x 2.4 inches or 73 x 62 mm
Suggested Material Size: 8.8 x 8.3 inches or 223 x 212 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
