Warm Rustic Beach with Weathered Rock Formations
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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: 174 x 174
- 30 colors in the palette
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174 x 109 stitches 30 colors
Pattern description
This counted cross-stitch pattern captures a golden-hour coastal scene dominated by dark, craggy boulders set against a luminous sand landscape. The composition balances large rocky outcrops in the foreground with smaller stone formations receding into the distance, all rendered in rich browns and russets that contrast beautifully with the honey-toned beach and pale sky.
The 30-color DMC palette creates a distinctly warm, earthy mood—browns, golds, and warm beiges dominate, with touches of cream and muted greens suggesting sparse vegetation or subtle water reflections. This rustic color harmony makes the piece feel timeless and nostalgic, evoking vintage seaside photography.
At 174 x 174 stitches with advanced-level complexity, this needlework demands patience and precision but rewards you with remarkable depth and texture. The intricate shading across the rock surfaces and sand gradations truly showcases skillful cross-stitch work. Frame this finished piece for a coastal-themed room, beach cottage, or as a meaningful gift for anyone who treasures dramatic natural seascapes and warm, earthy aesthetics.
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: 174 x 109 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 12.4 x 7.8 inches or 316 x 198 mm
Suggested Material Size: 18.3 x 13.7 inches or 466 x 348 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
