Pheasant Cushion

28 ct, stitched over 2

Fall for the warm colour palette and striking contemporary design of this fabulously detailed cushion. Put your stitching skills to the test with the second in Amanda Gregory's beautiful bird series! While the opulence of her exotic peacock cushion in issue 244 was a celebration of summer, the rich chestnut shades of the noble pheasant are a fab way to welcome autumn. With his long tail, distinct markings and glossy plumage, this magnificent bird makes the ideal centrepiece for a cushion capturing the beauty of nature at this time of year. We love how Amanda combines realism with contemporary touches, accenting her lifelike flora and fauna with pretty paisley-inspired shapes. Those with a bit more experience and a lot of patience will love investing their time in this design. Densely stitched to create a riot of detail and colour, you'll work whole stitches, fractionals and backstitch on evenweave to give your cushion a soft, tactile finish. Get started today, then keep an eye out for a wintery companion in a future issue! Stitching Time: Approx. 120 hours Type of Stitches: Cross stitch, fractionals, backstitch Ease of Stitching: Intermediate/advanced Shopping List: - Zweigart 28-count white evenweave measuring 40x40cm (15-3/4" x 15-3/4") - Stranded cotton as listed in the key - Size 26 tapestry needle - Backing fabric of your choice. Our are Kona Cotton Solids in peridot (K317) and maize (K1216) from The Village Haberdashery - Cord for piping measuring 2m (6-1/2 ft) and cushion pad from craft stores

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