Pastel Hand Peace Sign Soft Yellow 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: 153 x 153
- 50 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 37 times
153 x 247 stitches 50 colors
Pattern description
The gentle palette of this counted cross-stitch pattern draws warmth from its soft yellow background, creating a soothing backdrop for the delicate hand and middle finger rendered in pale pink and cream tones. The composition centers on a single upright hand gesture against the luminous field, with the middle finger distinctly raised in a peace or victory sign. This 153 x 153 stitch design captures a moment of quiet positivity through its muted, dreamy color scheme.
Stitching this pattern requires patience and precision—at 50 DMC thread colors, it ranks as an advanced project suited to experienced needleworkers comfortable with intricate blending and shading. The subtle gradations between skin tones and the delicate rendering of fingers demand careful attention to color placement and stitch density to achieve the soft, almost photorealistic effect visible in this charted design.
Gift this finished piece to inspire peace, positivity, or simply good vibes in any room. Framed above a desk, nursery, or meditation space, the hand gesture reads as an affirmation, while the pale, restful color palette complements modern, minimalist, or cottage décor styles beautifully.
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: 153 x 247 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 10.9 x 17.6 inches or 278 x 448 mm
Suggested Material Size: 16.8 x 23.5 inches or 428 x 598 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
