Bold Bright Rooster with Geometric Border
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Roosters have served as symbols of vigilance, awakening, and masculine pride across cultures for millennia, from European farmyard iconography to Asian folk art traditions. Their distinctive silhouette—the upright stance, arched neck, and prominent tail feathers—makes them instantly recognizable and a beloved motif in country, cottage, and rustic home décor. Beyond symbolism, roosters are essential farmyard animals whose crowing marks the break of dawn, a natural alarm clock that has earned them a place in literature, song, and needlecraft traditions dating back centuries.
- Stitch count: 41 x 41
- 5 colors in the palette
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41 x 41 stitches 5 colors
Pattern description
This vibrant rooster design brings farmyard charm to a compact 41×41 stitch count, making it ideal for beginners eager to master counted cross-stitch fundamentals. The bird's bold black silhouette contrasts beautifully with sunny yellow accents on the wing and red highlights, set against a crisp white Aida background. The geometric red-and-white checkerboard border frames the motif with graphic precision, creating visual rhythm and structure. Stitched in just five DMC thread colors, this pattern teaches color blocking and simple shading while remaining forgiving enough for new needleworkers to build confidence without frustration.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 41 x 41 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 2.9 x 2.9 inches or 74 x 74 mm
Suggested Material Size: 8.8 x 8.8 inches or 224 x 224 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
