Phoenix rising

Being sick really sucks, but at least I had time to make a bit of a progress on my phoenix rising project. Gave up on using a frame. This aida is quite stiff, so it didn't sit right in it, it feels strange, but so far it's not bad!

I can't believe how many hours I already spent on this project and looks like there is no progress at all! 

Aida 14ct
Pattern from the book -  Magical Cross Stitch - found it in a local charity shop.