Warm Sunset Landscape with Glowing Horizon
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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: 80 x 80
- 16 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 92 times
80 x 118 stitches 16 colors
Pattern description
Capture the serene beauty of a pixelated sunset with this 80×80 stitch design rendered in 16 DMC thread colors. The composition features a luminous sun positioned high in the composition, casting warm golden light across a gradient landscape that transitions from pale yellow at the top through rich orange and amber tones toward deeper rust-red hues at the base. A secondary glow near the lower center suggests reflection or distant light, creating atmospheric depth within the grid-based medium. This intermediate-level pattern works beautifully on Aida fabric and invites stitchers to explore blending techniques across the warm color palette, making it an rewarding project for those ready to move beyond beginner needlework while appreciating straightforward counted cross stitch fundamentals.
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: 80 x 118 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 5.7 x 8.4 inches or 145 x 214 mm
Suggested Material Size: 11.6 x 14.3 inches or 295 x 364 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
