Galo de Barcelos Needlepoint Ornament Kit

Project Type: Traditional Portuguese folk art, vibrant Rooster of Barcelos DIY cultural ornament needlepoint kit.

Materials: Premium 14-mesh Zweigart printed canvas and high-quality DMC Soft Matte Cotton threads. 

Best For: Lovers of Mediterranean heritage, vibrant folklore designs, and crafters looking to stitch a meaningful, color-rich symbol of good luck, happiness, and Portuguese pride.

Bring a bright splash of Mediterranean sunshine and folklore into your home with the Galo de Barcelos Needlepoint Ornament Kit. The iconic Rooster of Barcelos is one of Portugal’s most deeply cherished symbols, universally recognized as a powerful token of good luck, justice, and pure happiness. Found all over the country in traditional tiles and pottery, you can now bring this legendary figure to life through the cozy, meditative art of stitching.

We designed this ornament-sized kit as a cheerful, high-contrast keepsake that is absolutely bursting with vibrant Portuguese spirit. It is the perfect project to complement a colorful kitchen layout, add a unique story to your Christmas tree, or gift to anyone who holds a special place in their heart for Portugal's rich cultural history.