Lesley Teare’s realistic Great Spotted Woodpecker design brings together the deepest crimson reds and vibrant greens of the winter woodland
Climbing a tree heavily-laden with red berries and fragrant hops, this striking Great Spotted Woodpecker is clearly in search of some tasty bugs hidden under the tree bark. Since it spends much of the day hiding away in dense woodland, you’ll be very lucky if you manage to see one of these beautiful creatures – in fact, you’re far more likely to hear them! Their presence is often announced by a loud call, or a drumming display in the springtime. But, if you don’t fancy your chances of catching a glimpse of this ever-evasive bird, why don’t you stitch this lifelike design instead?
The finished project measures 25x21.5cm.
This is a pdf article, first published in Cross Stitch Collection. It includes all the 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.
If you love this, be sure to check out Lesley's kingfisher and heron cross stitch projects!
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