Infant Prayer Hands Soft Pastel Cross Stitch
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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: 140 x 140
- 20 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 124 times
140 x 100 stitches 20 colors
Pattern description
A peaceful moment frozen in thread, this pattern captures the innocence of a child's hands folded in prayer. The composition centers on delicate, youthful fingers pressed together in devotion against a muted charcoal background, rendered in soft beige and cream tones that convey tenderness and spiritual calm. At 140 x 140 stitches, this intermediate-level design offers meaningful needlework without overwhelming complexity.
The warm, neutral palette employs 20 DMC thread colors to build depth through subtle shading. Soft peachy-beige hues blend seamlessly across the child's skin tones, while the dark background provides quiet contrast that emphasizes the prayer's central focus. This restrained color scheme makes the pattern feel serene and contemplative.
Stitchers will find this counted cross stitch design well-suited for framing as nursery décor or gifting to new parents seeking spiritually meaningful pieces. The gentle subject matter resonates for baptism gifts, christening celebrations, or any home seeking to express faith through needlework. When completed on 14-count Aida fabric with the recommended DMC threads, this intermediate project creates a touching heirloom that honors childhood innocence and spiritual devotion.
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: 140 x 100 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 10 x 7.1 inches or 254 x 181 mm
Suggested Material Size: 15.9 x 13 inches or 404 x 331 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
