Warm Portrait Triptych Holly Family Cross-Stitch
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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: 70 x 70
- 20 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 202 times
70 x 110 stitches 20 colors
Pattern description
This intermediate pattern captures a tender moment with warm peachy and golden tones rendered in 20 DMC thread colors. The composition features a intimate three-figure arrangement against a soft, light background, creating depth through careful color gradation. With a modest 70 x 70 stitch count, the pattern balances approachable complexity with rewarding detail, making it an ideal project for needleworkers ready to move beyond beginner techniques.
Perfect for creating a meaningful heirloom piece, this counted cross-stitch design translates beautifully onto 14-count Aida fabric and produces a finished square approximately 5 inches per side. The warm color palette and spiritual subject matter make it suitable for year-round display in nurseries, bedrooms, or sacred spaces. Available as a free printable PDF chart, this pattern offers excellent value for those seeking to expand their religious needlework collection with a piece that balances technical skill with emotional resonance.
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: 70 x 110 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 5 x 7.9 inches or 127 x 200 mm
Suggested Material Size: 10.9 x 13.8 inches or 277 x 350 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
