Rocky Coastline Sunset with Jewel-Toned Sky
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Rocky coastlines have sculpted themselves over millennia through relentless wave action, creating dramatic formations beloved by artists and photographers. The interplay of solid stone against restless water—especially at sunset when light catches spray and wet surfaces—has long symbolized nature's raw power and beauty in Western art traditions.
- Stitch count: 114 x 167
- 49 colors in the palette
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114 x 167 stitches 49 colors
Pattern description
This coastal scene captures the drama of a rocky shoreline meeting turbulent water at dusk. Dark granite boulders dominate the foreground in deep charcoal and black, their angular forms creating strong visual anchors against the shimmer of blue-grey waves.
The 114×114 stitch count delivers impressive detail across 49 DMC thread colors, making this an advanced needlework project that rewards patience. The warm gradient from golden-amber clouds through coral-red bands to cool indigo sky requires precise color placement for convincing atmospheric depth.
Stitching this sunset reveals the magic of counted cross stitch—how gradual shifts in thread color build luminosity and mood without blending or shading. The finished piece transforms any wall into a window onto a wild, quieting seascape, equally striking above a mantel or framed in a coastal-themed room.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 114 x 167 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 8.1 x 11.9 inches or 207 x 303 mm
Suggested Material Size: 14 x 17.8 inches or 357 x 453 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
