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Dark Bay Horse Galloping with Green Ground

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Horses gallop at speeds up to 55 mph, with all four hooves briefly leaving the ground during the suspended phase of the gallop stride. Bay coloring—reddish-brown body with black mane, tail, and lower legs—is one of the most common coat colors in domestic horses, valued for its bold appearance and presence in both riding and racing breeds.

  • Stitch count: 153 x 92
  • 10 colors in the palette
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Dark Bay Horse Galloping with Green Ground free cross-stitch pattern

153 x 92 stitches 10 colors

Pattern description

A dynamic galloping horse rendered in rich, earthy tones dominates this square counted cross-stitch pattern. The deep bay coat is layered with brown and charcoal shades, creating muscular definition as the horse stretches into full stride, while a simple green ground line anchors the composition. With 153×153 stitches and ten DMC thread colors, this design demands an advanced stitcher's patience and color-blending skill.

The warm rustic palette—browns, blacks, and grays against cream linen—makes this pattern perfect for equestrian enthusiasts seeking a heritage-style needlework project. Stitching this level of anatomical detail and shading rewards meticulous work with a portrait-quality finished piece suitable for framing in a study, stable, or Western-themed room. Free printable chart PDFs and standard DMC floss make sourcing materials straightforward for experienced cross-stitchers ready to tackle advanced shading techniques.

Material Type: Aida Generic White

Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm

Design Size: 153 x 92 stitches

Sewn Design Size: 10.9 x 6.6 inches or 278 x 167 mm

Suggested Material Size: 16.8 x 12.5 inches or 428 x 317 mm

Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands