Tender Madonna and Child in Warm Pastels
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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: 147 x 147
- 50 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 53 times
147 x 120 stitches 50 colors
Pattern description
Capture the serene devotion of motherhood with this 147×147 stitch counted cross-stitch design featuring Mary cradling the infant Jesus. The soft peachy-pink tones and warm golden-brown hues create an intimate, gentle mood perfect for religious artwork collections. This 50-color DMC pattern demands advanced stitching skill, rewarding experienced needleworkers with intricate shading and dimensional portraiture that brings the figures to life across your fabric. The tender composition and muted color palette make this needlework ideal for nurseries, prayer rooms, or as a meaningful gift marking baptisms and religious milestones. Working on 14-count Aida with premium DMC threads, you'll develop sophisticated blending techniques while the soft palette remains forgiving during long stitching sessions, allowing you to meditate on the design's spiritual significance with each pass of your needle.
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: 147 x 120 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 10.5 x 8.6 inches or 267 x 218 mm
Suggested Material Size: 16.4 x 14.5 inches or 417 x 368 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
