Cool-Toned Nativity Scene with Star
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The Nativity scene commemorates the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem, traditionally depicted in Christian art as occurring in a simple stable or manger setting. The star of Bethlehem—the astronomical phenomenon said to have guided the Magi—became an iconic symbol of the event and appears in most Nativity imagery. This scene embodies centuries of artistic tradition rendering this foundational Christian narrative through light, shadow, and humble architectural framing.
- Stitch count: 100 x 80
- 12 colors in the palette
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100 x 80 stitches 12 colors
Pattern description
This jewel-toned counted cross-stitch captures the Nativity in a nocturnal palette of deep blues and blacks, evoking the stillness of that holy night. The composition depicts a humble stable shelter with figures gathered below a luminous four-pointed star overhead—rendered in crisp white stitches that draw the eye upward. At 100 × 100 stitches across 12 DMC thread colors, the pattern balances intermediate-level complexity with striking visual impact, making it ideal for stitchers ready to move beyond basic designs while maintaining manageable scope.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 100 x 80 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 7.1 x 5.7 inches or 181 x 145 mm
Suggested Material Size: 13 x 11.6 inches or 331 x 295 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
