Translucent Bird with Pastel Rainbow Wings
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About this pattern
Each PDF includes stitch counts and a full color key so you can kit it quickly. Check the stitch size against your fabric count to estimate finished dimensions, and keep a few extra skeins on hand if you plan to backstitch or outline.
Quick finishing tips
- Use shorter floss lengths to avoid tangles and keep coverage even.
- Secure thread ends under nearby stitches instead of bulky knots.
- Gently wash and press face-down on a towel before framing.
- Stitch count: 149 x 149
- 50 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 127 times
149 x 127 stitches 50 colors
Pattern description
This counted cross-stitch pattern captures a serene bird in flight, rendered in soft pastels with an ethereal quality. The composition features a blue-toned bird body contrasted against delicate rainbow gradient wings in pink, yellow, green, and lavender. At 149 x 149 stitches with 50 DMC thread colors, the design demands advanced needlework skills to execute the subtle color transitions and translucent effects that give this piece its dreamy, contemporary aesthetic.
The palette of cool blues grounding the warm peachy-pink and golden-yellow wing tones creates a balanced, modern mood perfect for contemporary home décor. Stitchers will appreciate the technical challenge of blending multiple thread colors to achieve the gradient and transparency effects visible throughout the design. Whether worked on 14-count Aida or 18-count fabric, this 149-stitch pattern provides an engaging project for experienced embroiderers seeking a sophisticated, nature-inspired piece that bridges traditional needlework with modern artistic sensibility.
Stitch planning checklist
- Measure your fabric against the stitch count to confirm finished size.
- Sort floss by symbol before you start; pre-thread a few needles for speed.
- Work in small blocks to keep counting accurate and spot mistakes early.
- Backstitch at the end of each session so outlines stay crisp.
Material Type: Aida Generic Cream
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 149 x 127 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 10.6 x 9.1 inches or 270 x 230 mm
Suggested Material Size: 16.5 x 15 inches or 420 x 380 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
