Muted green triceratops in profile stance
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Triceratops, meaning 'three-horned face,' was a large ceratopsian dinosaur that roamed North America during the Late Cretaceous period. Its distinctive bony frill protected the neck and shoulders, while the three facial horns—two large ones above the eyes and a smaller one on the snout—likely served both defensive and social display functions. Triceratops was one of the last dinosaurs to exist before the extinction event 66 million years ago.
- Stitch count: 238 x 100
- 26 colors in the palette
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238 x 100 stitches 26 colors
Pattern description
This counted cross-stitch pattern captures a triceratops in a naturalistic side profile, rendered in soft, earthy greens and warm ochre tones that create a gentle, almost watercolor-like appearance. The dinosaur's characteristic three horns and bony frill are clearly defined across the 238 × 238 stitch count, with shading that gives dimensional depth to its muscular form. The composition emphasizes the creature's imposing posture while the restrained color palette keeps the overall mood calm and sophisticated.
At advanced skill level, this 26-color design rewards experienced needleworkers with intricate blending and subtle color transitions that bring the prehistoric herbivore to life on fabric. The project works beautifully on Aida cloth and makes a striking statement piece for a dinosaur enthusiast's room or as a thoughtful gift for paleontology buffs. Whether displayed as framed wall art or incorporated into a larger quilting project, the triceratops's solid stance and muted tones complement modern, naturalist, or educational decor themes equally well.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 238 x 100 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 17 x 7.1 inches or 432 x 181 mm
Suggested Material Size: 22.9 x 13 inches or 582 x 331 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
