Table Mountain Sunset with Jewel-Toned Sky
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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: 159 x 159
- 30 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 183 times
159 x 119 stitches 30 colors
Pattern description
Capture the dramatic silhouette of Table Mountain as it rises against a mesmerizing sunset gradient. This 159 x 159 stitch design showcases a sweeping landscape where deep purples, magentas, and coral tones blend across the sky, meeting a calm reflective water below. The composition emphasizes the iconic mountain's dark outline contrasted against the luminous, color-rich atmosphere—a hallmark of South African dusk scenes.
Stitching this advanced-level pattern demands precision with 30 DMC thread colors creating seamless gradations across the sky. The counted cross stitch design rewards patience with stunning visual depth as warm peachy-orange hues transition through vibrant magentas and cool purples. Ideal for experienced needleworkers seeking a meditative project, this landscape works beautifully framed above a mantelpiece or as a thoughtful gift for travelers and nature enthusiasts. The jewel-toned palette brings sophisticated warmth to any room's décor.
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: 159 x 119 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 11.4 x 8.5 inches or 289 x 216 mm
Suggested Material Size: 17.3 x 14.4 inches or 439 x 366 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
