The Best Winter Conversations Need Nothing More Than Cocoa.
Cocoa for Two Penguin Snow Globe Hand-Painted Needlepoint Canvas
Some of the best holiday memories are the quiet ones. Two mugs of hot cocoa. Fresh snow falling outside. A cozy cottage glowing with warm light while the rest of the world slows down. This Cocoa for Two Penguin Snow Globe Hand-Painted Needlepoint Canvas captures that peaceful feeling inside a beautifully detailed winter snow globe.
Hand-painted on 18-mesh mono needlepoint canvas, this 5" × 5.5" design features two cheerful penguins sharing cocoa beside a tiny café table, framed by festive candy canes and a welcoming winter cottage nestled among snow-covered evergreens. The classic snow globe silhouette creates an intimate little world where every detail invites a closer look. The composition feels almost cinematic, as though you've stumbled upon a quiet winter evening already unfolding beneath the glass. Every tiny detail, from the candy cane accents to the glowing cottage windows, invites your eye to linger just a little longer.
The entire scene feels like a quiet pause in the middle of a busy holiday season—a reminder that sometimes the smallest moments become the ones we remember most. The gentle colour palette and intimate composition create a sense of calm that feels beautifully at home among the excitement of the holiday season. The small café table quietly becomes the centre of the story, reminding us that the most meaningful holiday moments are often the simplest ones.
The composition feels inspired by cozy winter weekends, fireside conversations, and the simple joy of slowing down with someone you love. The soft pastel palette, glowing cottage windows, snowy landscape, and playful penguins create a project filled with warmth, charm, and gentle storytelling. The restrained colours allow the warmth of the cottage and cocoa table to quietly become the heart of the entire composition.
Like every cherished snow globe, the design preserves an ordinary moment made extraordinary simply by slowing down long enough to notice it. Every stitch brings another thoughtful detail to life, creating a finished piece that feels welcoming, comforting, and timeless.
Ideal for stitchers drawn to cozy winter scenes, charming woodland stories, and heartwarming holiday décor. Finish it as a stand-up holiday display, framed artwork for a reading nook or kitchen, or a treasured addition to a curated collection of winter keepsakes.
Canvas Details
- Hand-painted directly onto premium mono needlepoint canvas — never printed
- Mesh Count: 18 mesh
- Canvas Size: Approx. 9" × 10"
- Painted Area: 5" × 5.5"
- Two penguins sharing cocoa beside a café table
- Winter cottage with glowing windows
- Snow-covered evergreens and candy cane accents
- Decorative snow globe base with festive floral motifs
- Best suited for advanced beginner to intermediate stitchers comfortable with small details, layered scenery, and fine 18-mesh precision
Stitching Tips
- Penguins: Basketweave with subtle directional stitching to create rounded shaping while preserving crisp colour transitions.
- Cottage: Basketweave with satin stitch accents on the windows and doorway to emphasize the warm glow.
- Candy Canes: Alternating satin stitch and basketweave following the striped curves for crisp definition.
- Evergreen Trees: Leaf stitch or Scotch stitch for soft texture and natural dimension.
- Snow: French knots, petite beads, or scattered Smyrna crosses to create sparkling snowfall.
- Snow Globe Glass: Smooth basketweave using subtle thread shading to create the illusion of curved glass.
- Decorative Base: Basketweave with satin stitch accents to highlight the colourful floral motifs around the globe.
- Warm Light: Choose slightly warmer thread values around the cottage windows and cocoa table to strengthen the feeling of light spilling into the snowy landscape.
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Colour Harmony: Work across the cottage, snow, and surrounding landscape rather than completing one element at a time. This helps maintain the gentle balance between the cool winter palette and the warm illuminated focal points.
Why Ashley Evans Designs
- ✦ Every canvas is hand-painted one colour at a time for clean, precise stitch guidance.
- ✦ No printed designs — ever.
- ✦ Exclusively designed originals you won't find anywhere else.
- ✦ Ships across Canada & USA.
Because every canvas is painted individually by hand, slight variations may occur—and are part of the artistry.
Canvas only. Threads, needles, and finishing materials sold separately.
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Returns & Refunds
We want you to love your needlepoint from Ashley Evans Designs. Every canvas is hand-painted with care and carefully checked before it ships. Because of the nature of hand-painted needlepoint, all sales are final.
Returns & Exchanges
We’re unable to accept returns or exchanges for reasons such as change of mind, color preference, or sizing. We truly appreciate your understanding and encourage you to reach out with any questions before placing an order—we’re always happy to help.
If Your Canvas Arrives Damaged
While it’s rare, shipping accidents can happen. If your canvas arrives damaged, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery, and we’ll take care of it.
To help us assist you quickly, please include:
Your order number
Clear photos of the damage
Photos of the original packaging
Once reviewed, we’ll gladly offer a replacement (if available) or a refund for the damaged item.
A Note on Hand-Painted Canvases
Because each canvas is hand-painted, small variations in color or brushwork are part of what makes every piece special. Colors may also vary slightly depending on your screen settings.
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