Sunset Over Water: Golden Hour Reflections
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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: 239 x 239
- 30 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 158 times
239 x 159 stitches 30 colors
Pattern description
This 239 x 239 stitch pattern captures a serene waterscape bathed in warm golden and amber tones, with dramatic clouds breaking across a luminous sky. The composition balances cool blues in the upper atmosphere against rich oranges and yellows reflected on the calm water below, creating a tranquil mood perfect for those who love landscape needlework and natural light studies.
Stitching this advanced-level counted cross stitch requires familiarity with 30 DMC thread colors and the patience to render subtle gradations across expansive sky and water sections. The project works beautifully on 14-count Aida fabric and makes a meaningful gift for sunset enthusiasts, nature lovers, or anyone seeking to add a warm, contemplative focal point to their home. The peaceful palette and serene subject matter offer both a satisfying creative challenge and a finished piece that evokes calm and inner reflection.
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: 239 x 159 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 17.1 x 11.4 inches or 434 x 289 mm
Suggested Material Size: 23 x 17.3 inches or 584 x 439 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
