Mary and Infant Jesus in Starlit Night
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Mary, the mother of Jesus in Christian tradition, is venerated across denominations as a figure of compassion, obedience, and maternal devotion. Her depiction holding the infant Christ represents one of the most iconic religious images in Western art, symbolizing divine love made incarnate and the sacred bond between mother and child that transcends earthly understanding.
- Stitch count: 197 x 193
- 30 colors in the palette
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197 x 193 stitches 30 colors
Pattern description
This nativity pattern captures the tender moment between Mary and the newborn Christ child against a deep twilight sky. The composition centers on Mary's profile as she gazes downward, cloaked in a flowing cream veil and sapphire blue robes, while she cradles the swaddled infant. A luminous star gleams in the upper background, marking the miraculous birth—a focal point that draws the eye through the rich, muted color palette of 30 DMC threads.
The cool jewel tones dominating this design—deep blues, cream, and soft skin tones—create a contemplative, reverent mood that invites quiet reflection. The advanced stitch count of 197 × 197 offers experienced needleworkers a satisfying challenge with fine detail work, particularly in rendering the delicate folds of Mary's veil and the subtle shading of her features.
Stitched on 14-count Aida fabric, this pattern makes a meaningful heirloom piece for Christmas displays, nurseries, or as a treasured gift for those seeking spiritual or seasonal décor with depth. The starlit backdrop and intimate subject matter resonate year-round for those who appreciate nativity imagery beyond the holiday season alone.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 197 x 193 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 14.1 x 13.8 inches or 357 x 350 mm
Suggested Material Size: 20 x 19.7 inches or 507 x 500 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
