Jerusalem Skyline Sunset Warm Rustic Cityscape
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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: 218 x 218
- 26 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 173 times
218 x 141 stitches 26 colors
Pattern description
This 218 x 218 stitch pattern captures a warm, golden-hour view of Jerusalem's iconic silhouette against an amber sky. The composition showcases the city's distinctive dome and cross-topped structures rising above the roofline, rendered in rich terracotta, burnt orange, and deep brown tones that evoke the ancient stone architecture of the Holy Land. The pixelated technique translates the soft, hazy quality of sunset light across the urban landscape with remarkable atmospheric depth.
At the intermediate-to-advanced skill level, this needlepoint requires patience and precision across 26 DMC thread colors. The warm palette—dominated by golds, oranges, and earthy browns with subtle green accents—creates a cohesive, spiritually resonant mood that rewards careful color placement and blending.
Stitchers drawn to sacred geography, travel themes, or architectural subjects will find meaningful resonance in this design. The finished piece works beautifully as a devotional wall hanging, a gift for pilgrims or history enthusiasts, or a meditative project that celebrates one of the world's most significant cities. When worked on 14-count Aida fabric, it produces a substantial finished piece suitable for framing in any home.
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: 218 x 141 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 15.6 x 10.1 inches or 396 x 256 mm
Suggested Material Size: 21.5 x 16 inches or 546 x 406 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
