Warm Hands Embracing with Forgiveness
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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: 147 x 147
- 10 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 127 times
147 x 125 stitches 10 colors
Pattern description
Tender skin tones and gentle composition create an emotionally resonant cross-stitch that celebrates connection and reconciliation. This intermediate-level design features two hands coming together in a gesture of understanding, rendered in warm peachy and golden hues across a square 147 x 147 stitch count. The soft palette of ten DMC thread colors builds depth through subtle shading, making this needlework project both technically engaging and deeply meaningful.
Perfect for stitchers seeking purposeful projects with heartfelt themes, this counted cross-stitch design works beautifully as a gift for someone navigating forgiveness or healing. The warm rustic tonality suits modern farmhouse and neutral décor styles, while the universal gesture of joined hands resonates across cultures and relationships. Stitch this on 14-count Aida fabric with the included DMC color guide, and you'll create a piece that speaks to reconciliation, trust, and human compassion—ideal for framing above a reading nook or gifting to mark a renewed friendship or family moment.
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: 147 x 125 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 10.5 x 8.9 inches or 267 x 227 mm
Suggested Material Size: 16.4 x 14.8 inches or 417 x 377 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
