Kaaba Sanctuary Pixelated Muted Tone Cross-Stitch
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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: 126 x 126
- 49 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 79 times
126 x 150 stitches 49 colors
Pattern description
This 126x126 stitch pattern captures the sacred Kaaba in soft, muted earth tones and cool blues, rendered in pixelated precision. The composition features the iconic cubic structure draped in deep indigo fabric, flanked by twin minarets with ornate golden details, all anchored against a pale sky and light stone courtyard. The 49 DMC thread colors create subtle tonal shifts that bring depth to this revered Islamic motif, making it a meaningful needlework project for experienced stitchers seeking both spiritual and artistic significance in their counted cross-stitch work.
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: 126 x 150 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 9 x 10.7 inches or 229 x 272 mm
Suggested Material Size: 14.9 x 16.6 inches or 379 x 422 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
