Spring Hummingbird Mandala - Counting Puddles

Celebrate spring with this modern cross stitch pattern! This is the first in a series of four showcasing each season. Hyacinths, daffodils, tulips, and alliums form an intricate mandala, with butterflies in the corners and two dancing hummingbirds in the center. Beautiful texture is created with back stitch, lazy daisies, and a few French Knots.

Stitch Count: 130 wide x 184 high

Design Size: 8" x 11.5" on suggested fabric

Suggested Fabric: 16-count Clay Aida #35584 from Wichelt Imports, Inc.

Floss: DMC | 15, 18, 26, 152, 223, 469, 503, 564, 733, 783, 818, 3807, B5200

Stitches Used: Cross Stitch, Back/Straight Stitch, French Knots, Lazy Daisies

Model: Shown mounted onto a 9.25" x 13.5" piece of foam core, then propped in a wooden plate stand with 9" poster hangers on the top and bottom.