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Red Cardinal Knitting Motif for Colorwork Sweaters and Accessories

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The motif is 27 stitches × 23 rows.

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The motif size:
Width: 11.25 cm Height: 7.67 cm
This charming red cardinal knitting motif brings a touch of nature’s beauty to your colorwork projects. Perfect for sweaters, hats, blankets, or cozy gifts, this knitting chart captures the iconic bird in a bold red silhouette against a white background. I love how this motif inspires me to create warm, vibrant pieces that brighten up winter days. Whether you’re making a festive holiday sweater or a heartfelt present, this design adds a classic yet lively touch. It’s a joy to knit with color, transforming simple yarn into a striking scene that connects me to the outdoors even when I’m inside. Beginners and seasoned knitters will find this chart rewarding as it combines clean shapes and playful color contrast for delightful results.
Examples of the final motif size knitted with different knitting tensions

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Gauge (Tension) Width (cm / in) Height (cm / in)
24 sts × 30 rows 11 cm / 4.4" 8 cm / 3"
22 sts × 32 rows 12 cm / 4.8" 7 cm / 2.8"
29 sts × 34 rows 9 cm / 3.7" 7 cm / 2.7"
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