I tried a couple of experimental feathers (on the right) before finding an arrangement I liked: solid outline on one side with horizontal lines filling it in, which creates stylized feather shapes. This covers the same blocks that the cross-stitching would, but I find it less irritating to work and more interesting stylistically, while still fitting in with the geometric theme. I am still debating what to do with the row of black feathers above the gold feathers – maybe similar but with a diagonal fill? Something else entirely?
embroidery for ducks 
Looks great, looking forward to the final stitch,,,
Sorry but your on you own here. Your not far enough for me to picture where you going with this. But do have to say I love the design for the body!
You might want to do a few more of those lower feathers – love your idea there, by the way! – before you try to work out what to do with the upper tier. Maybe something that will create a slightly lighter effect?
C’est déja beau je serairavi de voire la suite bonne journée Marie-Claire