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Coastal Cliffs at Warm Golden Sunset

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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: 245 x 245
  • 30 colors in the palette
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Sunset free cross-stitch pattern

245 x 155 stitches 30 colors

Pattern description

This counted cross-stitch design captures a serene coastal scene where golden sunlight spills across calm water and illuminates rocky cliffs in the foreground. The composition balances a dramatic rocky outcrop framing the right edge with distant islands silhouetted against a luminous horizon. Warm amber and cream tones dominate the sky, while cool blues and muted greens ground the landscape, creating peaceful depth and atmosphere.

With 30 DMC thread colors across 245 x 245 stitches, this advanced-level pattern demands patience and precision, making it ideal for experienced needleworkers seeking a meaningful challenge. The intricate color blending required to render the sunset's soft gradations and the water's reflective quality rewards careful attention to shading and thread placement. Stitched on 14-count Aida fabric, the finished piece becomes a naturalistic seascape suitable for framed wall art or a tranquil gift celebrating coastal beauty and the meditative quality of needlework itself.

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: 245 x 155 stitches

Sewn Design Size: 17.5 x 11.1 inches or 445 x 281 mm

Suggested Material Size: 23.4 x 17 inches or 595 x 431 mm

Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands