Bayeux Tapestry Cross Stitch Digital Pattern: Peacocks

Create your own piece of the famous Bayeux Tapestry with this colorful cross stitch pattern. Reproduced from the upper border of that magnificent 11th century work of embroidery, this small design features a pair of male peacocks, as imagined by medieval artists, with their beautiful plumage on display. Perfect for lovers of peacocks, art history, and medieval bestiaries. WHAT YOU GET: 1 PDF file for instant download that includes Three versions of the pattern: colors + symbols, symbols in B&W, symbols in B&W + back stitches in color DMC and Anchor thread color chart Recommendations for fabric, thread, and needle Tips for finishing and framing Photograph of finished piece for reference Historical information about the design  PATTERN DETAILS Recommended for stitchers of all levels Stitches used: full cross stitch, back stitch/stem stitch, French knots Stitch count: 140 wide x 60 high Number of thread colors: 4 Number of skeins needed: 6 FINISHED SIZE 14 ct Aida: 10” x 4.3” (25.4cm x 11cm) 16 ct Aida: 8.8” x 3.8” (22.2cm x 9.5cm) 18 ct Aida: 7.8” x 3.3” (19.8cm x 8.5cm)