Young Girl with Long Brown Hair Portrait
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Portraiture of children in needlework has roots stretching back centuries, appearing in Victorian samplers and formal embroidered family records. This soft, forgiving style of rendering a young face—emphasizing gentleness over photorealistic detail—reflects how needlework traditionally captured likeness through warmth rather than precision, making it ideal for keepsakes.
- Stitch count: 117 x 130
- 13 colors in the palette
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117 x 130 stitches 13 colors
Pattern description
This counted cross-stitch portrait captures a serene young girl rendered in warm, earthy tones with surprising dimension. The 117 × 117 stitch count creates a pixel-art effect that softens the subject's features—pale peachy skin, gentle brown eyes, and long chestnut hair that frames the face naturally. The palette of 13 DMC thread colors builds subtle shading from dark browns to creams, conveying depth and softness despite the medium's blocky nature.
An intermediate skill level makes this project accessible to stitchers ready for portraiture basics. The gentle color transitions and moderate stitch count require patience with thread blending but reward careful work with lifelike results.
The warm, naturalistic palette and peaceful expression suit nurseries, children's bedrooms, or keepsake framing. Stitched on Aida fabric with the provided DMC palette, this portrait transforms into a charming heirloom-quality piece—perfect for celebrating a young person in your life or as a meaningful gift that moves beyond typical novelty patterns.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 117 x 130 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 8.4 x 9.3 inches or 212 x 236 mm
Suggested Material Size: 14.3 x 15.2 inches or 362 x 386 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
