Thai Dancer in Warm Muted Gold and Sage
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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: 93 x 93
- 34 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 49 times
93 x 174 stitches 34 colors
Pattern description
This 93x93 stitch pattern captures an elegant Thai classical dancer in a graceful, upward-gazing pose. The composition features soft warm golds and creams for the figure's skin and traditional costume, complemented by muted sage and soft green accents in the draped fabric. The neutral taupe background allows the dancer's refined gesture and ornate headdress to become the focal point, creating a serene, contemplative mood that celebrates Southeast Asian cultural artistry.
The advanced skill level reflects the pattern's complexity, which relies on 34 carefully selected DMC thread colors to build subtle shading and dimensionality throughout the figure. Cross-stitchers will appreciate the intricate shading work required to define the dancer's posture, the flowing pleats of the costume, and the delicate facial features. This needlework project makes a sophisticated addition to home décor, particularly in spaces with Asian-inspired design themes, and offers experienced stitchers a rewarding challenge that showcases their precision and patience with counted cross stitch technique.
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 Brown
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 93 x 174 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 6.6 x 12.4 inches or 169 x 316 mm
Suggested Material Size: 12.5 x 18.3 inches or 319 x 466 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
