In cultures around the world, cardinals are seen as symbols of good luck, hope, love, new beginnings, and so much more. Perhaps it’s their bright red color against the dreariness of winter that brings such joy. It’s easy to see why!

This holiday-inspired design features cardinals perched on a pine branch topped with a band of holly leaves, berries, and festive garland.

Colors and amounts used as shown:

A. Malabrigo Rios: Ivy (25g/ 57yd./ 52 m)
B. Malabrigo Rios: Natural (40 g/ 86 yd./ 79 m)
C. Stunning String Studio Legacy Worsted: Enchanted Forest (15 g/ 32 yd./ 29 m)
D. Polka Dot Sheep Whitefish Worsted: Helena (20 g/ 40 yd./ 37 m)
E. Malabrigo Rios: Black* Approx. 6 yds.

Used in Duplicate stitching only