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Deer Silhouettes Against 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: 158 x 158
  • 20 colors in the palette
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Sunset free cross-stitch pattern

158 x 110 stitches 20 colors

Pattern description

Capture the magic of dusk with this 158 x 158 stitch counted cross stitch pattern featuring deer silhouettes grazing beneath a radiant sun. The composition pairs a bold golden and warm orange sky with deep purple and black foreground tones, creating dramatic contrast and mood. This advanced-level design uses 20 DMC thread colors to build rich gradations across the landscape, rewarding patient needleworkers with stunning depth and atmosphere. Perfect for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts, this piece evokes peaceful wildlife moments in warm, jewel-toned hues that make it ideal for autumn décor or as a meditative stitching project. The silhouette approach simplifies detail work while the color palette demands careful thread selection and blending, making it suitable for experienced stitchers ready to tackle complex shading on Aida fabric.

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: 158 x 110 stitches

Sewn Design Size: 11.3 x 7.9 inches or 287 x 200 mm

Suggested Material Size: 17.2 x 13.8 inches or 437 x 350 mm

Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands