Church of Our Lady Before Tyn Warm Rustic
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The Church of Our Lady Before Týn stands in Prague's Old Town Square, its dual Gothic spires defining the city's medieval skyline for over 600 years. The structure's striking silhouette, with its twin towers reaching skyward like a crown, has made it one of the most recognizable symbols of Prague. Built starting in the 14th century and completed in the early 1500s, the Church of Týn represents the pinnacle of Prague's Gothic architecture. Its distinctive twin spires, each topped with a cross, have watched over the city's history through religious, political, and cultural transformations.
- Stitch count: 105 x 181
- 16 colors in the palette
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105 x 181 stitches 16 colors
Pattern description
The twin spires of Prague's iconic Tyn Church rise majestically in this 105×105 counted cross-stitch pattern, rendered in warm earth tones and rich chocolate browns. The 16-color DMC palette captures the Gothic structure's weathered stone facade with subtle gradations, from deep burgundy at the spire tips to honey and tan blocks forming the lower towers. This intermediate-level design balances intricate detail work with achievable block sections, making it perfect for stitchers ready to tackle a recognizable architectural landmark.
Stitch this Prague landmark on Aida fabric for a striking finished piece that celebrates one of Europe's most recognizable skylines. The muted, rustic color mood—warm rather than cool—gives the finished embroidery a nostalgic, travel-memoir quality ideal for framing above a desk or displaying in a living room. Intermediate stitchers will appreciate the clear stitch-count grid and the challenge of shading the stone textures without overwhelming detail. The free PDF chart makes it accessible, while the 16-thread color palette ensures you'll develop real color-blending skill working through the project.
Material Type: Aida Generic Cream
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 105 x 181 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 7.5 x 12.9 inches or 191 x 328 mm
Suggested Material Size: 13.4 x 18.8 inches or 341 x 478 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
