Bring ornate grace to your stitching with this elegant portrait of an Indian lady holding a baby elephant. The design pairs her long wavy hair, draped clothing and raised hand with floral and leaf details, while the forehead jewel, earrings, necklace and bracelet give it a dressed, ceremonial feel. It suits makers who enjoy decorative portrait embroidery with a strong focal point and a softer, affectionate subject.
With 14 thread colours and a dense, heavily stitched finish, it is best placed where the detail can be seen properly, such as the back of a jacket, a wall hanging, a cushion front or a sturdy tote. The mix of pink, grey, gold, orange, brown, white, black, purple and green gives the portrait depth and keeps the baby elephant distinct against the surrounding ornament. Use it on stable fabrics that can carry a weightier design, where the filled areas and fine embellishment will sit neatly and read clearly.
