Sunset with Watchful Eyes Over Water
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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: 184 x 184
- 49 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 57 times
184 x 103 stitches 49 colors
Pattern description
This captivating counted cross stitch pattern merges portraiture with landscape, featuring a serene pair of eyes gazing across a luminous horizon. The composition divides horizontally into warm golden tones above and cool blue water below, creating dramatic visual tension that draws the viewer's gaze along with the subject's own penetrating stare.
The 184 x 184 stitch count and 49 DMC thread colors place this advanced-level needlework firmly in the intermediate-to-expert range, rewarding patient stitchers with rich color blending and dimensional depth. The warm amber, cream, and black threads of the upper section contrast beautifully against the jewel-toned teals and navy blues below. This pattern works exceptionally well as wall art for meditation spaces, bedrooms, or anywhere you want to evoke contemplation and natural beauty. The free PDF chart makes it accessible to experienced needleworkers seeking a challenge, while the finished piece becomes a striking focal point that captures the quiet power of a gaze meeting the sunset horizon.
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: 184 x 103 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 13.1 x 7.4 inches or 334 x 187 mm
Suggested Material Size: 19 x 13.3 inches or 484 x 337 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
