Black Cat on Rainbow Stack Bookmark
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Cats have held a special place in human culture for thousands of years, from ancient Egyptian reverence to modern internet fame. This black cat with its characteristic golden eyes and alert posture captures the feline mystique—that combination of aloofness and curiosity that has made cats beloved companions and literary symbols throughout history. The pose of perching high on a stack of books plays into the cat's natural love of elevated spaces, where they can survey their surroundings from a position of quiet authority.
- Stitch count: 25 x 67
- 11 colors in the palette
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25 x 67 stitches 11 colors
Pattern description
Perched atop a towering stack of colorful books, a pixelated black cat gazes downward with golden eyes and pink inner ears in this delightful 25×25 counted cross-stitch bookmark. The rich jewel-tone palette—magenta, cream, sage, and ocean blue—creates a literary-minded mood perfect for book lovers. Worked on Aida with eleven DMC thread colors at intermediate skill level, this design combines whimsy with smart color blocking, making it an engaging project that rewards careful attention to the layered composition.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 25 x 67 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 1.8 x 4.8 inches or 45 x 122 mm
Suggested Material Size: 7.7 x 10.7 inches or 195 x 272 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
