Child Jesus with Heart Warm Rustic 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: 44 x 79
- 9 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 17 times
44 x 79 stitches 9 colors
Pattern description
A charming counted cross-stitch featuring a robed figure holding a prominent red heart, rendered in warm earth tones and soft peachy hues. The 44 x 79 stitch count creates a vertical composition perfect for framing or displaying on shelves, with careful use of nine DMC thread colors to build dimension and texture across the figure's face and garments.
The palette combines warm browns, creams, and peachy tones with a striking crimson heart at the center, creating emotional warmth through color contrast. Soft blue accents in the eyes and subtle gray background stitches enhance the gentle, reverent mood without overwhelming the design's rustic charm.
Beginner stitchers will find this needlework accessible yet rewarding, requiring basic cross-stitch technique on standard Aida fabric. The straightforward stitch count and limited color palette make it an ideal project for those developing their embroidery skills while creating a meaningful piece suitable for spiritual spaces, nurseries, or as a thoughtful handmade gift expressing faith and love.
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: 44 x 79 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 3.1 x 5.6 inches or 80 x 143 mm
Suggested Material Size: 9 x 11.5 inches or 230 x 293 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
