Mother and Child in Monochrome 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: 110 x 110
- 1 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 167 times
110 x 131 stitches 1 colors
Pattern description
This 110x110 stitch pattern captures a tender moment between mother and child in elegant black-and-white simplicity. The monochromatic palette creates a timeless, universal quality—perfect for framed needlework that suits any room décor from nursery to living space. The single-color DMC thread requirement makes this intermediate project surprisingly accessible, focusing attention on precise stitch placement and the composition's flowing lines rather than color transitions. The intimate subject matter and soft tonal rendering through pixelated stitching evoke warmth despite the stark contrast, making it an ideal gift for expecting parents, grandparents, or anyone seeking meaningful cross-stitch art with genuine emotional depth.
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: 110 x 131 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 7.9 x 9.4 inches or 200 x 238 mm
Suggested Material Size: 13.8 x 15.3 inches or 350 x 388 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
