The Warrior

By Carol Leather

A blackwork white rhino to stitch with purpose

Product Description:

Meet The Warrior—my tribute to the white rhino and a reminder of what we stand to lose. When I was a child, a rhino appeared on my bedroom wall one night, a perfect shadow cast by toys at the window. I could never recreate it—just as we can never bring a species back once it’s gone. Stitching this piece keeps the rhino’s story close to your heart and your home.

Rendered in classic blackwork with a touch of soft shading, The Warrior celebrates strength and vulnerability in one noble silhouette. Worked in monochrome dark grey (DMC 3799) to coordinate with my elephant, the design uses backstitch or double running stitch for crisp outlines and textured fills that add sculpted depth—without any border or background to distract from the form. Recommended on 14 ct Aida or 28 ct evenweave, the chart measures 140w x 209h (approximately 10 x 15 inches on 14 ct).

Let this become a keepsake that sparks conversations about conservation. In 2018, the last male Northern White rhino, Sudan, passed away; today, only two females remain. Stitch The Warrior as a meaningful blackwork rhino—an elegant wildlife conservation pattern you’ll be proud to display or gift.

Highlighted feature: Subtle shaded fills add lifelike bulk while preserving the clean geometry of traditional blackwork.

PATTERN DETAILS: This is an instant download digital pattern in PDF format.

• Skill Level: Intermediate
• Fabric: 14 ct Aida or 28 ct evenweave
• Stitch count: 140w x 209h (approx. 10 x 15 inches on 14 ct)
• Stitches Used: Backstitch or Double Running (Holbein); gentle shaded fills
• Colour Palettes: Monochrome; DMC 3799 dark grey recommended (to match elephant)

YOUR DOWNLOAD INCLUDES:

• 6-page monochrome chart
• Key/legend
• Full instruction sheets

Bring The Warrior to life, download today and stitch with purpose.

• Please Note: This listing is for a digital PDF pattern only. No physical materials (fabric, floss, needle) will be shipped.