Saint Pius X portrait in warm sepia tones
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Pope Pius X (Giuseppe Melchiorre Sarto, 1835–1914) served as pontiff from 1903 until his death, a period marked by his efforts to reform the Church's liturgy and counter modernism. He was canonized as a saint in 1954, recognized for his spiritual conviction and pastoral devotion during a transformative era in Catholic history.
- Stitch count: 103 x 146
- 17 colors in the palette
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103 x 146 stitches 17 colors
Pattern description
This intermediate cross-stitch portrait captures Pope Pius X in dignified sepia and cream tones, a serene study in historical religious portraiture. The 103×103-stitch design uses 17 DMC colors to render the pontiff's contemplative gaze and formal vestments with subtle shading and warmth. The oval composition and soft color palette create a reverent, nostalgic mood ideal for devotional spaces or as a gift for those honoring early 20th-century Catholic history. Stitched on Aida fabric, the pattern balances fine detail work with accessible intermediate-level technique, rewarding patient needleworkers with a gallery-quality portrait.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 103 x 146 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 7.4 x 10.4 inches or 187 x 265 mm
Suggested Material Size: 13.3 x 16.3 inches or 337 x 415 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
