Moonlit Mountain Lake in Cool Jewel Tones
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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: 100 x 100
- 20 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 247 times
100 x 140 stitches 20 colors
Pattern description
Capture a serene alpine twilight with this 100x100 stitch counted cross stitch pattern, where a luminous moon reflects across still waters beneath shadowed peaks. The composition layers rich jewel-toned blues and purples across the sky and water, creating atmospheric depth while the cream-colored moon and its golden reflection provide striking focal points. This intermediate-level design uses 20 DMC thread colors to render soft gradations between sky, mountains, and lake surface. Perfect for needleworkers seeking a meditative project with visual impact, this pattern works beautifully on 14-count Aida fabric and pairs well with warm home decor or as a meaningful gift for nature lovers. The cool color palette and mountain-lake subject make it ideal for creating a calming focal piece in bedrooms, dens, or meditation spaces—particularly appealing during fall and winter months when twilight imagery resonates most deeply.
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: 100 x 140 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 7.1 x 10 inches or 181 x 254 mm
Suggested Material Size: 13 x 15.9 inches or 331 x 404 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
