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Moonlit Tropical Coast with Cool Blue Palette

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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: 318 x 318
  • 30 colors in the palette
  • Downloaded 3 times
Beauty of the Moon free cross-stitch pattern

318 x 239 stitches 30 colors

Pattern description

A serene coastal landscape unfolds across this 318x318 stitch pattern, dominated by a luminous full moon reflected in calm waters. Silhouetted palm trees frame the right edge while gentle waves lap at a sandy shore, creating a tranquil tropical nightscape. The composition balances negative space with the moon's glow at center, drawing the eye naturally across a scene of peaceful solitude.

The cool color palette—deep navy, teal, and silvery blues—establishes a calm, contemplative mood that evokes evening tranquility by the sea. Thirty DMC thread colors blend to render subtle gradations in sky, water, and shadow, with the moon serving as the luminous focal point. This muted, jewel-toned approach creates sophisticated depth rather than vivid drama.

At advanced skill level, this needlework challenges experienced stitchers with intricate color transitions and a generous stitch count requiring sustained focus. Perfect for framing as bedroom or meditation-space décor, the pattern works beautifully on 14-count Aida fabric. Consider this piece for nature lovers, travel enthusiasts, or anyone seeking a calming cross-stitch project that transforms into meaningful wall art.

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: 318 x 239 stitches

Sewn Design Size: 22.7 x 17.1 inches or 577 x 434 mm

Suggested Material Size: 28.6 x 23 inches or 727 x 584 mm

Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands