Tranquil Sunset Over Water with Dock
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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: 165 x 165
- 29 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 117 times
165 x 115 stitches 29 colors
Pattern description
A serene waterfront scene rendered in warm russet and coral tones, this counted cross-stitch pattern captures the magic of golden-hour reflection. The composition features a wooden dock extending into calm water, anchored by wooden pilings that frame the foreground. Above, a luminous sun hangs low over a distant treeline, while a graceful bird takes flight across the peachy sky, adding movement and life to this contemplative landscape.
The 29-color DMC palette masterfully blends warm peachs, deep burgundies, and golden yellows to evoke that brief moment when daylight surrenders to dusk. Rich purples and maroons create depth in the water's reflection, while lighter peachy tones illuminate the sky. This sophisticated color composition delivers atmospheric warmth despite its complexity, rewarding advanced stitchers with stunning visual depth.
At 165 x 165 stitches, this intermediate-to-advanced needlework project offers an immersive stitching experience perfect for creating a meditative escape. The intricate detail work and color transitions demand patience and precision, making it ideal for experienced crafters seeking a fulfilling challenge. Once finished on 14-count Aida, this piece becomes a striking home décor accent—particularly suited to bedrooms, dens, or waterfront-themed spaces seeking that rustic, contemplative mood.
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: 165 x 115 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 11.8 x 8.2 inches or 299 x 209 mm
Suggested Material Size: 17.7 x 14.1 inches or 449 x 359 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
