Cheerful Orange Puppy with Floppy Ears
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Dogs are among humanity's oldest domesticated animals, valued for thousands of years as both working partners and beloved companions. Their expressive faces, floppy ears, and playful nature have made them enduring subjects in folk art, children's illustration, and decorative needlework traditions worldwide.
- Stitch count: 96 x 91
- 11 colors in the palette
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96 x 91 stitches 11 colors
Pattern description
This cross-stitch captures a delightful orange pup with oversized floppy ears, bright blue eyes, and a pink collar against a clean cream background. The 96×96 stitch count offers intermediate stitchers a satisfying challenge—large enough for rewarding progress, compact enough to complete without overwhelming commitment. The warm, sunny color palette creates an instantly uplifting mood perfect for a child's room or nursery.
Stitched in 11 DMC thread colors across Aida fabric, this puppy design delivers the kind of sweet, accessible charm that appeals to both seasoned needleworkers and those stepping up from beginner projects. The simplified shapes and bold color blocking make counting stitches straightforward, while the gentle shading—particularly in the ear and body transitions—builds visual depth. Whether framed as a standalone cheerful accent or incorporated into a larger nursery collection, this friendly pup rewards careful work with a polished, professional-looking finish.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 96 x 91 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 6.9 x 6.5 inches or 174 x 165 mm
Suggested Material Size: 12.8 x 12.4 inches or 324 x 315 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
