Sri Sarada Devi Portrait in Soft Cream Tones
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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: 175 x 175
- 30 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 26 times
175 x 200 stitches 30 colors
Pattern description
Capture the serene elegance of this 175 x 175 stitch portrait with its soft, muted palette of thirty DMC thread colors. The composition centers on a contemplative figure draped in flowing cream and white fabric, set against a gentle, neutral background that creates a peaceful, meditative mood. This advanced-level needlework project rewards experienced stitchers with intricate shading and subtle color transitions that bring warmth and spirituality to the portrait. The careful blending of warm peachy undertones with cool ivory highlights creates dimensional depth in the fabric folds and facial features. A counted cross stitch design of this scale and complexity works beautifully as a framed bedroom or meditation space accent, offering a calming focal point that celebrates cultural heritage. The neutral color story integrates seamlessly with most home décor while the intricate 30-color palette provides engaging, rewarding stitching sessions for the patient needleworker.
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: 175 x 200 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 12.5 x 14.3 inches or 318 x 363 mm
Suggested Material Size: 18.4 x 20.2 inches or 468 x 513 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
