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Brunette Woman Portrait in Warm Muted Tones

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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
  • 17 colors in the palette
  • Downloaded 11 times
Lady free cross-stitch pattern

100 x 100 stitches 17 colors

Pattern description

This 100x100 stitch portrait captures a woman with flowing dark brunette hair, rendered in warm earth tones and muted peachy flesh tones that give the needlework a soft, nostalgic quality. The composition focuses on the subject's face and shoulders against a pale background, creating an intimate and refined aesthetic. With 17 DMC thread colors and intermediate skill level, this counted cross stitch pattern rewards careful attention to color transitions and shading, making it ideal for stitchers ready to tackle realistic portraiture without overwhelming complexity. The finished piece works beautifully as wall art in a bedroom, study, or gallery wall celebrating portraiture, and makes a meaningful gift for someone who appreciates classical needlework executed in contemporary materials.

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 100 stitches

Sewn Design Size: 7.1 x 7.1 inches or 181 x 181 mm

Suggested Material Size: 13 x 13 inches or 331 x 331 mm

Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands