Jewel-Toned Rooster in Bold Profile
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The rooster is one of humanity's oldest domesticated birds, valued across cultures for its distinctive crow—a clarion call that marks dawn and territory. Beyond their role as farmyard alarm clocks, roosters are celebrated for their vibrant plumage, bold personality, and the hierarchical role they play within flocks. In art and decoration, the rooster has long symbolized vigilance, pride, and the rural good life, making it a perennial favorite in folk embroidery and cross-stitch traditions spanning centuries and continents.
- Stitch count: 94 x 75
- 11 colors in the palette
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94 x 75 stitches 11 colors
Pattern description
A majestic rooster strikes a striking silhouette in this counted cross-stitch pattern, rendered in a bold jewel-tone palette of emerald, sapphire, golden yellow, rust, and warm burgundy. The bird's proud posture—head held high, tail feathers sweeping dramatically—captures the confident personality roosters are known for. The composition uses color gradation cleverly, transitioning smoothly from warm orange-browns along the body to cool blues and teals in the tail, creating visual depth on a single 94×94-stitch canvas.
Working with 11 DMC thread colors, this intermediate-skill pattern rewards stitchers with a satisfying blend of large color blocks and subtle shading that brings dimension without overwhelming detail. The design suits 14-count or 18-count Aida fabric well, making it a rewarding weekend or week-long project for those comfortable with gradual color transitions.
Perfect for a farmhouse kitchen, country cottage décor, or as a gift for poultry enthusiasts, this rooster pattern celebrates the humble barnyard favorite in a way that feels both timeless and contemporary. The jewel-tone treatment elevates the humble farm subject into something worthy of display above a sofa or in a cherished needlework gallery.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 94 x 75 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 6.7 x 5.4 inches or 171 x 136 mm
Suggested Material Size: 12.6 x 11.3 inches or 321 x 286 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
