Sri Ramakrishna Golden Meditation Warm Rustic Portrait
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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: 200 x 200
- 40 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 12 times
200 x 200 stitches 40 colors
Pattern description
This counted cross stitch pattern captures a serene spiritual figure in warm golden tones set against a burnished orange-brown background. The composition centers on a seated figure wearing saffron robes adorned with two strands of mala beads, creating a focal point that radiates contemplative presence. The gentle gradient of warm hues surrounding the subject emphasizes the sacred nature of the portrait, while the simplified floral arrangement at the base grounds the composition with earthiness and reverence.
The 200×200 stitch count and 40 DMC thread colors make this an advanced-level project suited for experienced needleworkers seeking a meaningful spiritual image to complete. The warm color palette requires careful shading and blending to achieve the subtle transitions that give the portrait its luminous quality and depth. Stitching this piece demands patience and attention to detail, rewarding crafters with a finished textile that captures both likeness and spiritual atmosphere.
This design works beautifully as a devotional needlework or meditative stitching project that can be framed for a personal shrine, meditation space, or living room. The warm rustic tones complement natural wood frames and bohemian or spiritual home décor styles. As a gift for practitioners of Indian spirituality or admirers of contemplative art, it honors meaningful traditions while showcasing the stitcher's skill and dedication to their craft.
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: 200 x 200 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 14.3 x 14.3 inches or 363 x 363 mm
Suggested Material Size: 20.2 x 20.2 inches or 513 x 513 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
