Flamingo Poster

14 ct, stitched over 1

Stitch your own exotic beachy escape and create a window into an alluring, picture-perfect world! Sipping cocktails beneath a blue sky, with golden sand and shimmering sea stretched out ahead, and palm trees swaying in the soft breeze... this is the life! Pulsing with heat and energy, this gorgeous design is the ideal project if you love going on holiday and often dream of escaping from reality. The stunning flamingo is the star of the show, taking centre-stage and basking in the delicious warmth. As you stitch, you'll feel as though you're right there with him, sunning yourself on this far-flung island in the middle of the ocean, all without leaving the comfort of your living room sofa! It'll be a real treat to capture the striking details in this vibrant piece. You'll use techniques like blending to create natural shading, half cross stitches to add depth, backstitch to define the feathers and foliage, and a scattering of French knots for extra texture. The challenge is definitely worth it, though - and the finished piece will adorn your home with sea and sunshine all year round! Stitching Time:: Approx. 80 hours Type of Stitches: Cross stitch, fractionals, blending, half cross stitch, backstitch, French knots Ease of Stitching: Intermediate/advanced Shopping List: - Zweigart 14-count white aida measuring 44x38cm (17-1/4" x 15") - Stranded cotton as listed in the key - Size 24 tapestry needle - Stretched canvas measuring 29.5x23cm (11-1/2" x 9")

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