Whispers of Light: Feather Motifs in Thread

Feathers are more than delicate forms—they are symbols of weightlessness, freedom, and quiet resilience. In this cross-stitch pattern, each feather floats gently across the canvas, inviting you to slow down and stitch with intention. Whether you choose the small or large size, each design offers a moment of stillness in motion, like a breath caught midair.

This pattern comes in two sizes:

• Small: approx. 25 x 70 stitches (3.5 x 10 cm on 18-count Aida)
• Large: up to 60 x 200 stitches (8.5 x 14 cm to 28 cm)

Each feather is rendered in subtle gradients—beige, blush, gray, and brown—requiring careful attention to color placement. Similar shades are used throughout, so take care to match threads precisely. The result is a soft, painterly effect that feels both modern and timeless.

✨ Technique Tip: Ensure your stitches flow in the same direction when viewed from the front. This consistency enhances the feather’s natural texture and elevates the overall finish.

These motifs are perfect for framing individually or as a set—and the smaller size has become especially popular as a handcrafted bookmark. Lightweight and elegant, it slips between pages like a whisper, making each reading moment more personal. Whether displayed on a wall or tucked into a favorite book, these feathers carry quiet meaning. 

You are welcome to sell finished pieces made from this pattern. Let each feather tell its own story—stitched in silence, shared with grace.

It's a simple feather design in grey tones.

It uses more than 10 colours, so be careful not to get the colour numbers wrong.

The slender motif makes it easy to decorate bookmarks, pencil cases and more.

【Small 】 S-Plume   1

DMC 12-color
Cloth : Aida
stitch count: 23 (W) x 70 (H)
14 ct: 4.17 x 12.70 cm – 1.64 x 5.00 in
16 ct: 3.65 x 11.11 cm – 1.44 x 4.37 in
18 ct: 3.24 x 9.87 cm – 1.28 x 3.89 in

【 Large 】 L-Plume  1

DMC 14-color
Cloth : Aida
stitch count: 59 (W) x 180 (H)
14 ct: 10.71 x 32.67 cm – 4.22 x 12.86 in
16 ct: 9.37 x 28.57 cm – 3.69 x 11.25 in

18 carat: 8.32 x 25.39 cm – 3.28 x 10.00 inches

- Full cross stitch - No backstitch - Suitable for beginners and advanced users 

This is a soft feather motif in warm colors. The design is wide, so it would be easy to use on a makeup pouch or tote bag pocket.

The sample image shows a book cover made by stitching it onto wide Aida tape.

This uses about 20 colors, so be careful when changing threads.

【 Small 】 S-Plume  3

19 DMC colors

Cloth : Aida

Stitch count: 21 (width) x 47 (height)

14 carat: 3.81 x 8.53 cm (1.50 x 3.36 in)

16 carat: 3.33 x 7.46 cm (1.31 x 2.94 in)

18 carat: 2.96 x 6.63 cm (1.17 x 2.61 in)

【 Large  】 L-Plume  3

19 DMC colors

Cloth : Aida

Stitch count: 49 (width) x 111 (height)

14 carat: 8.89 x 20.15 cm (3.50 x 7.93 in)

16 carat: 7.78 x 17.62 cm (3.06 x 6.94 in)

18 carat: 6.91 x 15.66 cm (2.72 x 6.16 in)

- Full cross stitch - No backstitch - Suitable for beginners and advanced users 

This delicate cross-stitch design features two softly shaded feathers—one large, one small—stitched in muted tones of blush and beige. The subtle color variations require careful thread selection, and consistent stitch direction ensures a refined finish. 

【 Small 】 S-Plume  2

DMC13 Color
Cloth : Aida
Stitch Count: 21 (W) x 47 (H)
14 ct: 3.81 x 8.53 cm – 1.50 x 3.36 inches
16 ct: 3.33 x 7.46 cm – 1.31 x 2.94 inches
18 ct: 2.96 x 6.63 cm – 1.17 x 2.61 inches

【 Large  】  L-Plume  2

DMC13 Color
Cloth : Aida
Stitch Count: 46 (W) x 109 (H)
14 ct: 8.35 x 19.78 cm – 3.29 x 7.79 inches
16 ct: 7.30 x 17.30 cm – 2.87 x 6.81 inches
18 ct: 6.49 x 15.37 cm – 2.55 x 6.05 inches

- Full cross stitch - No backstitch - Suitable for beginners and advanced users 

This elegant cross-stitch design features two softly shaded feathers in blush, mauve, and brown.  A pattern that invites quiet stitching and refined expression—perfect for pairing or gifting with gentle charm.

【 Small 】 S-Plume   4

14 DMC colors

Cloth : Aida

Stitch Count : 23(w) x 67(h)

14 ct : 4.17 x 12.16 cm–1.64 x 4.79 inch

16 ct : 3.65 x 10.63 cm–1.44 x 4.19 inch

18 ct : 3.24 x 9.45 cm–1.28 x 3.72 inch

【 Large 】  L-Plume   4

13 DMC colors

Cloth : Aida

Stitch Count : 57(w) x 170(h)

14 ct : 10.34 x 30.85 cm–4.07 x 12.15 inch

16 ct : 9.05 x 26.98 cm–3.56 x 10.62 inch

18 ct : 8.04 x 23.98 cm–3.17 x 9.44 inch

- Full cross stitch - No backstitch - Suitable for beginners and advanced users 

 The sample work has been synthesized to give you ideas, so the size of the motif is not accurate. 

Please be sure to check the Aida count and the size of the design before proceeding with the creation.

😊 Happy creating!