Toucan Among the Books
toucan-in-library
$ 3.50 excl. VAT
A stylized toucan perches among neatly stacked books in a slim, modern scene. Large color blocks and almost no isolated stitches create a steady, relaxed stitching rhythm.
Suited to beginners or anyone wanting a light, low-focus project.
Description
This design shows a bright toucan moving through a compact row of books in a clean, graphic style. The palette uses only seven DMC-based colors, so thread changes are limited and easy to track. With coverage just over half and almost no confetti, the stitching feels repetitive in a comfortable way rather than fussy.
Edges are clear and simple, so outlining and shape definition do not demand much concentration. The long, horizontal layout encourages stitching in bands, which works well for short, casual sessions. This piece is a good fit for beginners, returning stitchers, or anyone wanting a calm project between more complex charts.
If you prefer dense detail, heavy shading, or intricate backgrounds, this design may feel too minimal. It suits stitchers who enjoy watching bold shapes and color blocks build up quickly. The finished look works well in reading corners, offices, or studios.
Toucan Among the Books is designed to stitch well, not just to look good: the pattern’s structure supports a focused, steady rhythm and clear progress milestones. Difficulty-wise it sits in the range of Easy (Relaxed), which mainly reflects how much thread management and precision you’ll want to bring to the table. It’s compact enough to feel finishable quickly while still giving a polished result.
The palette stays calm and controlled, which makes the stitching rhythm straightforward and relaxing. Confetti stays low, so you’ll enjoy larger, cleaner stitch runs and quick visible progress. Moderate edge contrast keeps it lively: you get definition without constant color switching.
The overall feel leans calm, focus, craft, which helps the design stay visually coherent while you work through it. Many stitchers also read Toucan Among the Books through themes like care, handmade, which can make the finished piece feel personal rather than purely decorative. A strong focal point plus consistent micro-structure keeps the stitching experience rewarding over time.
Additional information
| Size | 179×78 stitches |
|---|---|
| Stitched | 7982 |
| Coverage | 57.2% |
| Colors | 7 (effective ~6.7) |
| Difficulty | Easy (Relaxed) (3/10) |
| Confetti_0 | 0.1% |
| Confetti_1 | 0.0% |
| Confetti_2 | 0.0% |
| Confetti_3 | 0.0% |
| Edge density | 0.117 |
| Isolated | 0.0% |
Legend
Size shows the stitched design area in stitches (pixels) — width × height — without any extra border, exactly as framed in the preview image.
Finished size (for 179×78 stitches):
| AIDA | Inches (W × H) | Centimeters (W × H) |
|---|---|---|
| 11 ct | 16.3 × 7.1 in | 41.3 × 18.0 cm |
| 14 ct | 12.8 × 5.6 in | 32.5 × 14.2 cm |
| 16 ct | 11.2 × 4.9 in | 28.4 × 12.4 cm |
| 18 ct | 9.9 × 4.3 in | 25.3 × 11.0 cm |
| 20 ct | 9.0 × 3.9 in | 22.7 × 9.9 cm |
Stitched is the total number of stitches used (the overall workload).
Coverage is the percentage of the design area that contains stitched pixels (how “filled” it is).
Colors is the number of floss colors used (with an “effective” estimate that reflects how strongly colors actually appear).
Difficulty is a 1–10 score: 1 = very easy, 10 = extremely challenging.
Confetti_0 counts stitches that have no same-color neighbor directly around them; Confetti_1, Confetti_2, and Confetti_3 apply the same idea with a larger surrounding distance (+1, +2, +3 stitches).
Edge density indicates how “edgy” the design is (more edges = more frequent color changes).
Isolated is the share of stitches that appear as isolated single pixels (often the most interruption-prone stitches).
For a detailed explanation of each metric, see: additional-product-informations.
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Included Files
| No. | Filename | Pages / Size |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | toucan-in-library_MOCKUP.png | 4296 × 1872 px |
| 2 | toucan-in-library_PATTERNKEEPER.pdf | 1 |
| 3 | toucan-in-library_PRINTER_DIN-A4.pdf | 15 |
| 4 | toucan-in-library_PRINTER_LETTER.pdf | 15 |
| 5 | toucan-in-library_SCREEN.pdf | 1 |
- PDF cross stitch pattern files for personal use.
- A PatternKeeper-compatible PDF is included where indicated in the product details.
Usage License
- For personal use only.
- You may print the pattern for your own use.
- You may sell the finished, stitched item.
- Sharing, reselling, or redistributing the files in any form is not permitted.
Refund Policy
- Due to the digital nature of this product, returns, exchanges, or refunds are not possible once the download has been provided.
Support
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