Silhouetted Tree Against Twilight 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
- 34 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 97 times
159 x 119 stitches 34 colors
Pattern description
Capture the serene drama of dusk with this 159×159 stitch needlework featuring a gnarled tree silhouetted against a luminous twilight horizon. The composition masterfully blends cool blues and purples of the evening sky with warm amber and orange accents where the sun meets the landscape, creating striking atmospheric depth. This advanced-level cross stitch design demands precision across 34 DMC thread colors, rewarding patient stitchers with a sophisticated, gallery-quality finished piece that evokes contemplative woodland moments and the quiet beauty of day's end.
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
