Moon Foal: Warm Golden Horse Portrait
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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: 159 x 159
- 50 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 49 times
159 x 120 stitches 50 colors
Pattern description
This 159 x 159 stitch counted cross-stitch pattern captures a young horse's face bathed in golden-amber light, creating a warm, nostalgic mood against a deep blue background. The composition focuses intimately on the foal's gentle expression, with careful shading that brings dimensional depth to the portrait.
Stitchers will appreciate the advanced challenge this design presents: 50 DMC thread colors blend seamlessly across the piece, requiring precision and patience to achieve the rich tonal gradations that define the subject's form. The warm rustic palette—shifting from pale butter yellows through burnt oranges and deep browns—creates a luminous effect perfect for equestrian lovers or nature enthusiasts. Worked on standard Aida fabric with the included DMC color palette, this needlework yields a striking framed piece or decorative accent for rustic, farmhouse, or traditional home settings.
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: 159 x 120 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 11.4 x 8.6 inches or 289 x 218 mm
Suggested Material Size: 17.3 x 14.5 inches or 439 x 368 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
