Golden Ganesha with Jewel-Toned Radiance
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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: 146 x 146
- 50 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 166 times
146 x 260 stitches 50 colors
Pattern description
This advanced cross-stitch pattern captures the divine elephant-headed deity in warm golden tones set against a luminous yellow halo and soft sage-green background. The composition features Ganesha in ornate regalia, with intricately detailed multiple arms adorned with traditional jewelry and symbolic objects. The radiant warmth of the gold thread work creates an almost devotional glow, while touches of pale cream and deeper brown accents add dimension and richness to the sacred imagery.
At 146 x 146 stitches with 50 DMC thread colors, this needlework project demands patience and precision from experienced stitchers. The complexity arises from the numerous color transitions needed to render the elaborate crown, the fine detailing of facial features, and the ornamental elements adorning each arm. Stitchers should budget considerable time for this undertaking and maintain excellent color organization throughout the work.
The finished piece makes a meaningful addition to spiritual spaces, home altars, or as a thoughtful gift for those drawn to Hindu iconography and Eastern religious art. The golden palette and jewel-like embellishment quality give this counted cross stitch a luminous, sacred presence that transforms any wall it adorns into a focal point of quiet reverence and cultural appreciation.
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: 146 x 260 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 10.4 x 18.6 inches or 265 x 472 mm
Suggested Material Size: 16.3 x 24.5 inches or 415 x 622 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
