Tropical Moonrise Over Palm-Lined Shore
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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 27 times
318 x 239 stitches 30 colors
Pattern description
This serene counted cross stitch captures a luminous full moon rising above calm tropical waters, with silhouetted palm trees framing the right foreground. The composition balances an expansive sky and ocean against intimate botanical details, creating depth through layered blues and whites that guide the eye across the design.
The cool muted palette dominates this 318x318 stitch pattern, using 30 DMC thread colors to build soft transitions from pale cream moonlight to deep navy shadows. The restrained color range allows stitchers to focus on blending techniques, making this an excellent advanced project for those seeking to master tonal variation and atmospheric perspective in needlework.
With over 100,000 stitches, this pattern rewards patient crafters with a meditation on tropical serenity. The finished piece works beautifully as wall art for bedrooms or coastal-themed rooms, offering a calming focal point. Stitchers will need standard 14-count Aida fabric and access to the full DMC palette—the free printable PDF chart makes it easy to track progress across this ambitious, rewarding project.
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
