Warm Red Squirrel in Winter Snow
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Squirrels are intelligent rodents known for their bushy tails, sharp claws, and acrobatic leaping ability. Red squirrels, common across Europe and parts of Asia, are smaller and more agile than their gray American cousins, with distinctive ear tufts that become especially prominent in winter. These solitary creatures are famous for their autumn hoarding behavior—they bury thousands of seeds and nuts, many of which they forget, inadvertently planting future forests. Their high metabolism demands they eat constantly throughout the year, particularly in cold months when food is scarce.
- Stitch count: 150 x 150
- 29 colors in the palette
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150 x 150 stitches 29 colors
Pattern description
This rustic cross-stitch captures a reddish-brown squirrel in profile against a soft, clouded winter sky. Using 29 DMC thread colors, the design balances earthy rust and cream tones with cool blue-gray accents, creating a naturalistic woodland scene suitable for intermediate needleworkers. The 150×150 stitch count offers a satisfying project that's detailed enough to bring dimension to the squirrel's fluffy tail and alert posture without overwhelming beginners looking to build skills in shading and animal portraiture.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 150 x 150 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 10.7 x 10.7 inches or 272 x 272 mm
Suggested Material Size: 16.6 x 16.6 inches or 422 x 422 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
