Archangel Uriel in Soft Pastel Luminescence
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About this pattern
Each PDF includes stitch counts and a full color key so you can kit it quickly. Check the stitch size against your fabric count to estimate finished dimensions, and keep a few extra skeins on hand if you plan to backstitch or outline.
Quick finishing tips
- Use shorter floss lengths to avoid tangles and keep coverage even.
- Secure thread ends under nearby stitches instead of bulky knots.
- Gently wash and press face-down on a towel before framing.
- Stitch count: 171 x 171
- 50 colors in the palette
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171 x 214 stitches 50 colors
Pattern description
Uriel emerges from this intricate 171 x 171 stitch pattern with ethereal grace, rendered in warm cream and muted mauve tones that create a serene, contemplative mood. The angel's expansive feathered wings and flowing robes are captured through 50 DMC thread colors, each shade carefully selected to suggest divine light filtering through soft clouds. The composition emphasizes upward movement and spiritual elevation, making this advanced-level needlework both visually striking and spiritually resonant. Crafters seeking a challenging counted cross stitch project will appreciate the technical complexity required to blend these delicate pastels into dimensional wings and drapery. Worked on Aida fabric with the full DMC palette, this design demands patience and precision but rewards with a luminous, gallery-worthy piece. Perfect for spiritual seekers or as a meaningful gift for someone drawn to angelic imagery and classical religious art in contemporary needlework form.
Stitch planning checklist
- Measure your fabric against the stitch count to confirm finished size.
- Sort floss by symbol before you start; pre-thread a few needles for speed.
- Work in small blocks to keep counting accurate and spot mistakes early.
- Backstitch at the end of each session so outlines stay crisp.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 171 x 214 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 12.2 x 15.3 inches or 310 x 388 mm
Suggested Material Size: 18.1 x 21.2 inches or 460 x 538 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
