The cardinal bird is a timeless symbol of hope, warmth, and spiritual guidance, often associated with love and remembrance. This colorful cardinal cross stitch pattern captures the gentle beauty of a red cardinal perched peacefully among soft floral accents. With rich tones and delicate shading, this design invites calm, joy, and a deep connection to nature into your stitching time.
This is a digital counted cross stitch pattern PDF available as an instant download. Your file includes a full-color chart, a black & white symbol chart, a DMC thread color legend, and step-by-step stitching instructions. The pattern is suitable for Aida and evenweave fabrics and can be stitched beautifully on light or neutral backgrounds. You may print the pattern or use it digitally on your tablet.
This cardinal embroidery design is perfect for wall art, decorative pillows, framed gifts, or seasonal home décor. It makes a meaningful handmade present for bird lovers, nature enthusiasts, Christmas gifts, memorial keepsakes, or anyone who appreciates gentle wildlife art. Whether you stitch it for yourself or as a heartfelt gift, this project brings warmth and emotional depth to any space.
Each design from Happy x Craft is carefully hand-designed stitch by stitch with attention to color harmony, smooth gradients, and a clean symbol layout. No auto-generated charts are used — every detail is thoughtfully crafted to ensure a relaxing stitching experience and a professional final result you’ll be proud to display.
Author: Ciocanu Corina
Company: Happy x craft
Fabric: Count 14
Grid Size: 100W x 138H
Design Area: 5,57" x 9,00" (78 x 126 stitches)
Pattern PDF includes:
- full-color chart
-symbol color chart
-symbol black and White chart
- list of thread colors
-instructions for beginners.
Features:
Digital PDF cross stitch pattern
Detailed DMC color chart and symbol key
Suitable for beginner to intermediate stitchers
Ideal for home décor, gifts, and framed art
Instant download – start stitching right away
Copyright © Happy x Craft. This PDF is intended for personal use only — commercial distribution is not permitted.
I created this for a family member and finished it this morning! Loved the progress and color blend for this one.
This Cardinal bird is the best I found as a design. Thanks for making it. It's so beautiful I don't have words.
Beautiful!!! I love the color selections and the pattern is easy to read.
AS SOON AS I SAW THID IN THE PREVIEW OF THE SITE, I KNEW I WANTED IT. I DID MY ORDER AND HAD THE PATTERN IN LESS THAN 3 MINUTES. THE PATTERN IS LARGE AND CLEAR. COMES IN BLACK AND WHITE, ALSO IN COLOR. I CAN'T WAIT TO START IT.