The second in our four-part bird series by Lesley Teare, this beautiful design takes us to the edge of the woods where a barn owl sits in wait.
Although predominately nocturnal, this wonderful bird of prey can often be seen hunting at dawn on the edges of woodland before it flies back home. This striking cross stitch pattern by Lesley Teare catches this moment perfectly as the owl takes a well-deserved rest among the morning glory and sweet-smelling honeysuckle. With his head slightly tilted as if he’s keeping an ear open for distant field mice, we reckon that this handsome fellow is poised to take off at any moment. Then again, perhaps he’s just making the most of the early morning sun!
If you like this, don't miss the rest of the series - we've also got Lesley's Tranquil Kingfisher, Striking Heron and coming soon - the final part of the series - the Woodpecker available as downloadable cross stitch patterns. Or take a look at our full range of Lesley Teare cross stitch charts.
This is a pdf article, first published in Cross Stitch Collection magazine. It includes all the cross stitch charts you need to stitch this design. Any reader offers or promotions featured were correct at the time of publication, but may no longer be available.
