The Pheasant Counted Cross Stitch Kit by Merejka K-149A

Stitch The Pheasant with this Merejka counted cross-stitch kit — a male pheasant with an iridescent blue-green head, crimson face patch, and richly patterned copper plumage stands amid purple wildflowers and darting bees. Part of the Rustico series, it is worked on warm Rustico Aida fabric using premium DMC threads in 24 rich shades, giving it a natural, vintage character.

Why this kit: 24 DMC shades bring out the pheasant's iridescent color-shifting feathers in convincing detail; the wildflower-and-bee setting adds movement and life beyond a plain portrait; the ornamental corner border gives the finished piece a polished, gallery-ready look.

Kit includes: Zweigart canvas, DMC threads, John James needles, and a colour chart, with two versions of the pattern — with and without backstitches — so stitchers can choose their preferred level of detail.

Counted cross-stitch is worked by following the colour chart and placing each stitch on the gridded Rustico Aida fabric with the indicated DMC thread. The backstitch chart adds crisp outlines to the feathers and floral border for a more defined finish. Work section by section until the design is complete, then frame as wall art.

Finished size: 22x16 cm (8.66x6.3 in). An elegant mid-sized project ideal for framing or gifting, and a wonderful choice for bird and wildlife lovers.