Mother Mary with Rosary: Soft Pastel 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: 114 x 114
- 29 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 118 times
114 x 166 stitches 29 colors
Pattern description
This intermediate-level cross-stitch design captures a serene, luminous portrait of Mother Mary rendered in gentle peachy and lavender tones. The 114 x 114 stitch count creates a balanced, devotional composition where the figure's contemplative expression emerges through soft color gradations. The accompanying rosary beads below add spiritual symbolism and compositional interest, anchoring the piece with deep burgundy accents that provide subtle depth without overwhelming the ethereal mood.
The 29 DMC thread colors work together to achieve the tender, watercolor-like quality visible in this pattern. Perfect for stitchers seeking meaningful religious needlework, the design works beautifully on 14-count Aida fabric and translates wonderfully into framed devotionals or gifts for prayer spaces. The intermediate skill level makes it accessible for experienced crafters while the delicate color palette and soft portrait style reward careful attention to thread placement and blending.
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: 114 x 166 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 8.1 x 11.9 inches or 207 x 301 mm
Suggested Material Size: 14 x 17.8 inches or 357 x 451 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
