Cool-toned blue shark in muted palette
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Sharks are apex predators found in every ocean, from shallow coastal waters to the deepest trenches. Despite their fearsome reputation in popular culture, most shark species are not aggressive toward humans and play a crucial ecological role in maintaining balanced ocean ecosystems. Their streamlined body shape, developed over hundreds of millions of years of evolution, makes them remarkably efficient swimmers. The blue shark specifically is a highly migratory species, capable of traveling vast distances across ocean basins, and is known for its elegant, slender profile and distinctive coloration that provides camouflage in open water.
- Stitch count: 220 x 86
- 28 colors in the palette
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220 x 86 stitches 28 colors
Pattern description
This cool-toned shark pattern captures the subtle grace of a mid-sized predator rendered in soft, muted blues and grays across 220 x 220 stitches. The 28 DMC thread colors create remarkable depth and dimension, with delicate shading that suggests both the smooth musculature and sleek profile of the subject. At advanced skill level, this counted cross stitch design rewards patient stitchers with a sophisticated piece that feels contemporary and naturalistic rather than cartoonish—ideal for ocean enthusiasts or those seeking a meditative needlework project with complex color blending that demands focus and precision.
Material Type: Aida Generic Black
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 220 x 86 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 15.7 x 6.1 inches or 399 x 156 mm
Suggested Material Size: 21.6 x 12 inches or 549 x 306 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
