Soft pastel portrait girl with cropped bangs
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The human face, particularly in profile portraiture, holds a centuries-long tradition across art forms. This three-quarter view captures what portraitists call the "profile-front compromise"—the viewer sees enough of the face to read emotion and character, while the profile view of hair and cheekbone creates a sense of composed stillness. In cross-stitch, rendering facial features requires careful thread selection and placement to convey subtle expression through minimal detail; the eye, lips, and skin tone become the key storytellers.
- Stitch count: 100 x 120
- 20 colors in the palette
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100 x 120 stitches 20 colors
Pattern description
A serene portrait in muted rose and taupe tones, this counted cross-stitch design captures a young woman in profile against a soft pink background. The 100×100 stitch count and 20 DMC thread palette create subtle gradations across her face and shoulder-length dark hair, with a gentle fringe framing her gaze. The soft color harmony makes this an intermediate-level project that rewards careful attention to shading.
Stitched on Aida fabric with the provided DMC thread colors, this portrait pattern works beautifully as a framed piece for a bedroom or dressing room—the cool, feminine palette suits contemporary and vintage décor alike. The quiet, introspective mood appeals to crafters seeking a contemplative needlework project that develops blending technique without overwhelming complexity.
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
