Gandhi Portrait in Warm Sepia Tones
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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: 82 x 82
- 18 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 41 times
82 x 116 stitches 18 colors
Pattern description
This intermediate 82 x 82 stitch portrait captures a contemplative figure in soft, warm sepia and cream tones. The composition features a side profile with characteristic wire-rimmed glasses and gentle facial features rendered through carefully graded shading. With 18 DMC thread colors creating subtle depth and dimension, the design balances realistic portraiture with the meditative quality of counted cross stitch work.
Perfect for history enthusiasts and those drawn to meaningful needlework projects, this pattern suits stitchers ready to tackle advanced shading techniques. The warm neutral palette makes it equally at home in study spaces, libraries, or as a thoughtful gift celebrating peaceful leadership and intellectual pursuits. Stitched on standard Aida fabric with the included DMC color chart, this intermediate project rewards patient, methodical work with a dignified finished piece that transcends typical cross-stitch expectations.
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: 82 x 116 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 5.9 x 8.3 inches or 149 x 210 mm
Suggested Material Size: 11.8 x 14.2 inches or 299 x 360 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
