Three Warm-Toned Starfish Cross-Stitch
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Starfish, or sea stars, are not fish at all but echinoderms—relatives of sea urchins and brittle stars. Most species have five arms radiating from a central disk, though some varieties possess many more. These ocean dwellers move using thousands of tiny tube feet and can regenerate lost limbs over time, a remarkable adaptation that has fascinated marine biologists for centuries. Found in oceans worldwide from shallow tidal zones to the deepest trenches, starfish play a crucial role in their ecosystems as both predators and scavengers.
- Stitch count: 126 x 143
- 18 colors in the palette
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126 x 143 stitches 18 colors
Pattern description
Three starfish in soft, warm hues—peach, tan, and dusty rose—cluster together in this intermediate-level counted cross-stitch pattern. Stitched across 126×126 Aida stitches using 18 DMC thread colors, the design captures the gentle, organic asymmetry of real sea stars against a deep navy background. The overlapping composition and muted palette create a seaside mood that works equally well as a framed wall piece or a standalone needlework project. This pattern suits stitchers comfortable with color blending and shading techniques, making it an engaging step up from beginner work.
Material Type: Aida Generic Black
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 126 x 143 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 9 x 10.2 inches or 229 x 259 mm
Suggested Material Size: 14.9 x 16.1 inches or 379 x 409 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
