Cardinal in the Fluff Ornament

Cardinal in the Fluff Ornament by Ruth Emerson is an intermediate-to-advanced rug-hooking pattern that teaches sculpted texture on a small, festive project. The finished ornament measures 3½” x 3½”, making it ideal for holiday decorating or gift giving. Skills involved include transferring the design, hooking with fine wool cuts, beveling sections, shearing loops, shaping the bird’s body, adding facial details, making suede feet, attaching a hanger, and finishing the back neatly. The needlework technique used is sculptured rug hooking, creating a plush, dimensional cardinal with rich texture, careful shading, and charming handmade character.