A Winter Finish: First Snow

 

Ever find a design that seems like it was made for you? When I ran across this beautiful little winter scene in this Etsy shop, I actually gasped. These are my three favorite birds all together in one snowy design: Tufted Titmouse, Black Capped Chickadee, Dark Eyed Junco. Aren't they sweet?

I stitched this on 28 ct. Twilight Mist Jobelan (which I don't think is available anymore) with just a few changes to the recommended DMC. I used 3866 for the birds' tummies and Blanc for the snowflakes, for a bit more contrast between the two. I also toned down the greens a little, using 319 and 320. And I slightly altered the eyes to give them a more round appearance and added a tiny fleck of white for brightness. 

This is one of twelve designs in the Nature Walk series. There are a couple more I'd like to stitch at some point. Check them out if you're a nature lover looking for something different to stitch.

Hope y'all have enjoyed my impromptu mini week of winter. It's been a lovely weather week that has made me so happy and I wanted to share some of that spirit. I can't believe we still have some snow in shady spots, three days after the storm. What a rare and wonderful experience!

Happy Stitching!