Regular and Large print chart included
Pattern Keeper compatible
Celebrate the beauty and delicacy of nature with Orchids and Hummingbird Cross Stitch Pattern, inspired by the luminous work of Martin Johnson Heade.
Known for his exquisite botanical paintings and atmospheric landscapes, Heade combined scientific observation with romantic artistry to create works filled with elegance and quiet drama. In Orchids and Hummingbird, vibrant tropical orchids bloom against a richly shadowed background while a jewel-like hummingbird hovers delicately nearby.
The contrast between luminous flowers, iridescent feathers, and deep surrounding tones creates a composition rich with texture, atmosphere, and visual depth. Heade’s masterful attention to detail and subtle lighting transforms the natural scene into a refined and timeless work of art.
This museum-quality, full-coverage cross stitch pattern carefully translates the intricate botanical detail, glowing color, and painterly realism of the original artwork into thread, resulting in a stunning finished piece filled with natural elegance.
The original painting of Orchids and Hummingbird resides at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.
This chart is available in two formats - regular and large print. Once you make your purchase you will have access to both.
If you want to see the floss list before buying a chart just click on this link - FLOSS LIST - to view the floss list.
Advanced cross stitch instructions and a floss amount conversion chart are included in the pattern.
This chart is a Digital Download. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader, which is a free program, to read and print out the file. If you donât have Acrobat Reader CLICK HERE to download. After your purchase is complete you will receive an e-mail with instructions to download your file. You will also have access to the download file when you are logged into your Serenity Stitchworks account.
Design Size:
324w x 202h stitches
Types of Stitches:
Full stitches only, no half or quarter stitches, no backstitching
Level of Difficulty:
Advanced
Sewn Design Size:
14 count: 23.14 x 14.43 inches - 588mm x 366mm
18 count: 18.00 x 11.22 inches - 457mm x 285mm
20 count: 16.20 x 10.10 inches - 411mm x 257mm
22 count: 14.73 x 9.18 inches - 374mm x 233mm
Fabric size necessary for design:
Add six inches to both length and width
Number of floss colors in the design: 77 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors.
