Minaret at Sunset Warm Rustic 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: 79 x 79
- 17 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 31 times
79 x 60 stitches 17 colors
Pattern description
This 79x79 counted cross-stitch pattern captures a solitary minaret silhouetted against a glowing sunset, rendered in warm golds, oranges, and deep blacks. The composition uses a strong horizontal layering effect, with the architectural tower rising sharply from the foreground landscape. Seventeen DMC thread colors blend together to create the rich gradient sky, making this an intermediate-level project with excellent color-blending opportunities.
Stitched on Aida fabric, this rustic-toned pattern works beautifully as wall art for spaces celebrating Islamic architecture, travel memories, or simply admiring pastoral landscapes at dusk. The warm color palette—burnished golds transitioning into dusty rose and rust tones—creates an inviting, meditative mood suitable for bedrooms, offices, or living rooms. The free downloadable PDF chart makes it accessible for needleworkers ready to move beyond beginner patterns, offering a satisfying blend of technical skill and contemplative imagery.
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: 79 x 60 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 5.6 x 4.3 inches or 143 x 109 mm
Suggested Material Size: 11.5 x 10.2 inches or 293 x 259 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
