Bring the vibrant beauty of nature to your hoop with this eye-catching Cinnamon-Chested Bee-Eater Bird embroidery pattern. With its lush green wings and warm orange and yellow belly, this project is perfect for confident beginners and seasoned stitchers alike.
This tutorial consists of:
* Downloadable PDF Embroidery Pattern
* Supplies list
* DMC thread list
* Anchor equivalents
* Suggested stitches (long and short, outline)
* A simple how-to tutorial for embroidering it
Supplies You’ll Need
* Fabric: Cotton, linen, or embroidery canvas (white or light-colored recommended)
* Embroidery hoop: 6" or 8"
* Embroidery needle: Size 7 or 9
* Embroidery floss: DMC (see lists below)
* Scissors
* Water-soluble marker or transfer paper
* Pattern printout (for tracing). Free patern link given below.
DMC Thread Colors Used
Suggested Stitches
* Long and Short Stitch – For realistic shading on the body, belly, wings, and tail feathers. This gives the bird a soft, feathered texture.
* Split Stitch – To outline the bird before filling (especially helpful around the belly and face).
* Outline/Backstitch – For fine details like the beak, eye ring, and black neck band.
* Satin Stitch – Optional for the eye and small color blocks like the yellow throat.
* Straight Stitch – For branch texture or fine feather details.
Free PDF Pattern Download
👉 Download the Free Cinnamon-Chested Bee-Eater Bird Embroidery Pattern PDF
How to Embroider This Bee-Eater Bird – Step-by-Step
Step 1: Prepare Your Fabric
Secure your fabric tightly in the hoop. Make sure it's smooth and taut like a drum.
Step 2: Transfer the Pattern
Use a lightbox or window to trace the pattern onto your fabric using a water-soluble pen or pencil. Ensure all key outlines (body, wings, tail, and branch) are clearly visible.
Step 3: Start with the Eye and Beak
Use 310 (Black) and White. Start with a small satin stitch or tight split stitches for the eye, leaving a tiny white dot for the eye highlight. Outline the beak and fill it using satin or long and short stitches.
Step 4: Fill the Belly and Chest
Use 920, 741, and 972 (Burnt Orange, Medium Tangerine, and Deep Canary) for the chest and belly area with long and short stitches, blending from top to bottom.
Step 5: Add the Throat and Neck Band
Use 742 (Light Tangerine) for the throat with satin or long and short stitches. Then use 310 (Black) for the neck stripe with a backstitch or outline stitch. You can also use long and short stitch for this.
Step 6: Embroider the Wings and Head
Switch to 986 and 989 (Greens). Use long and short stitches, following the direction of the feathers.
Step 7: Tail Feathers
Blend 317 (Pewter Gray) and 3799 (Dark Gray) using long and short stitches for that beautiful gradient effect.
Step 8: Branch and Claws
Use 801 (Brown) and add wood texture using straight stitches. Use Black for the tiny claws gripping the branch.
Step 9: Final Touches
Review your work for gaps. Carefully rinse off your transfer lines with cool water (if using water-soluble ink). Let dry flat.
Tips
* Keep your thread lengths short (no more than 18") to avoid tangling.
* Always stitch in the direction of the feathers for realism.
* Don’t worry about perfection – texture brings charm!
* Test your stitches on a scrap first if you're new to long and short.
Why You'll Love This Project
This pattern combines elegance and color harmony while helping you practice foundational embroidery stitches. It's a rewarding piece to frame or gift.
Happy stitching!
---Flora
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