Byzantine Madonna and Child Jewel-Toned Icon
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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: 124 x 124
- 25 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 168 times
124 x 141 stitches 25 colors
Pattern description
Featuring a rich Byzantine style composition, this 124 x 124 stitch pattern centers on the Virgin Mary and Christ Child within concentric halos of warm gold and rose tones. The iconic pairing is rendered in deep blues, luminous golds, and earthy browns, creating a devotional focal point suitable for intermediate needleworkers. Twenty-five DMC thread colors build depth through subtle shading and dimensional detail.
This counted cross stitch design translates beautifully onto Aida fabric, offering a meditative stitching experience that balances technical skill with contemplative craftsmanship. The jewel-toned palette and circular composition make it an elegant addition to sacred spaces, prayer rooms, or as a meaningful religious gift. The pattern's classical symmetry and traditional iconographic style appeal to both devotional practitioners and fiber artists who appreciate ecclesiastical needlework.
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: 124 x 141 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 8.9 x 10.1 inches or 225 x 256 mm
Suggested Material Size: 14.8 x 16 inches or 375 x 406 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
