Rainbow-Striped Zebra Bright Intermediate Pattern
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Zebras are Africa's most recognizable striped equines, with each individual bearing a unique stripe pattern as distinctive as a human fingerprint. Their bold black-and-white coats serve both as camouflage within grasslands and as a visual deterrent to biting insects, which may avoid the high-contrast patterns. Living in herds across savannas and grasslands, zebras are grazers whose survival depends on speed and herd vigilance—qualities that make them symbols of wildness and untamed beauty.
- Stitch count: 79 x 70
- 10 colors in the palette
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79 x 70 stitches 10 colors
Pattern description
This vibrant cross-stitch captures a playful zebra reimagined with rainbow stripes in jewel tones and warm accents rather than traditional black and white. The 79×79 stitch count works perfectly for intermediate stitchers on Aida fabric, using ten DMC thread colors to blend saturated teals, pinks, golds, and navy into bold diagonal sweeps. The composition balances a larger central figure with scattered smaller accent stitches below, creating movement and visual interest across the canvas. Ideal for children's rooms or as a cheerful gift, this design proves that classic wildlife motifs shine brightest when color tradition takes a backseat to creative joy.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 79 x 70 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 5.6 x 5 inches or 143 x 127 mm
Suggested Material Size: 11.5 x 10.9 inches or 293 x 277 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
