Bold Silhouette Eiffel Tower Cross Stitch Pattern
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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: 71 x 71
- 1 colors in the palette
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71 x 113 stitches 1 colors
Pattern description
This monochromatic cross-stitch pattern captures the iconic Eiffel Tower in striking black against a clean white background, creating a timeless silhouette composition. The 71 x 71 stitch count delivers a compact, elegant design that emphasizes the structure's distinctive iron lattice framework and tapered spire in crisp detail.
Perfect for beginners, this single-color DMC thread project eliminates the complexity of managing multiple shades while building essential counted cross-stitch skills. Stitchers will appreciate the straightforward color palette that allows focus on tension and accuracy without the learning curve of color changes.
The bold, monochromatic aesthetic makes this silhouette ideal for framing above a desk, bedroom, or gallery wall featuring travel-inspired décor. Whether you're a Paris enthusiast, architecture lover, or seeking a graphic statement piece, this pattern delivers sophisticated results quickly—a rewarding first project that stands beautifully as finished needlework or layered with other designs in a mixed-pattern collection.
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: 71 x 113 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 5.1 x 8.1 inches or 129 x 205 mm
Suggested Material Size: 11 x 14 inches or 279 x 355 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
