Soft Pastel Portrait Girl with Bangs
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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: 100 x 100
- 20 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 85 times
100 x 120 stitches 20 colors
Pattern description
This 100x100 stitch portrait captures a contemplative young woman with dark hair and delicate bangs against a warm rose-pink background. The composition focuses on a three-quarter profile view, showcasing subtle facial features rendered through careful color gradation across twenty DMC thread shades. The soft peachy and cream tones of the complexion contrast beautifully with the cooler browns of the hair, creating dimension and depth within the counted cross stitch structure.
The muted pastel palette—featuring dusty browns, soft pinks, and warm creams—evokes a gentle, introspective mood that appeals to modern needleworkers seeking contemporary portraiture. This intermediate-skill project strikes an ideal balance between achievable detail and engaging complexity, making it suitable for stitchers ready to move beyond simple designs but not yet tackling advanced shading techniques.
Whether displayed as a framed portrait in a bedroom or living room, this girl portrait makes a thoughtful gift for craft enthusiasts or art lovers. The neutral, soothing color scheme coordinates easily with various home decor styles, from farmhouse to modern minimalist. Stitched on 14-count Aida fabric, you'll complete this piece in approximately 30–40 hours of relaxing needlework.
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: 100 x 120 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 7.1 x 8.6 inches or 181 x 218 mm
Suggested Material Size: 13 x 14.5 inches or 331 x 368 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
