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Warm-Toned Caracal Face with Pointed Ears

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Caracals are lean, powerful wild cats native to Africa, the Middle East, and parts of Asia, instantly recognizable by their strikingly long, tufted ears. Despite their modest size—weighing only 8 to 16 pounds—they're remarkably agile hunters that can leap up to 10 feet vertically and are known for taking down prey much larger than themselves, from hyraxes to young antelopes.

  • Stitch count: 99 x 126
  • 22 colors in the palette
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Warm-Toned Caracal Face with Pointed Ears free cross-stitch pattern

99 x 126 stitches 22 colors

Pattern description

This caracal portrait captures the wild feline's distinctive features in warm honey and russet tones, with sharply pointed ears rising from the top of the composition. The pixelated cross-stitch style brings out the cat's alert gaze and finely detailed whiskers, rendered in soft peachy and tan shades against deeper brown shadows that define the structure of its face.

At 99 × 99 stitches with 22 DMC thread colors, this intermediate-level pattern balances complexity with achievable detail. The color palette leans warm—golden oranges, earthy browns, and cream accents—creating a homey, natural mood perfect for framing as wildlife art or gifting to a felid enthusiast.

Caracal lovers and wildlife needleworkers will appreciate how the design captures this wild cat's characteristic intensity and elegance. Stitched on standard Aida fabric with the included DMC thread guide, the finished piece measures approximately 4×4 inches (depending on count), making it an ideal accent for a nature-themed room or a small gift that celebrates these remarkable desert hunters.

Material Type: Aida Generic White

Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm

Design Size: 99 x 126 stitches

Sewn Design Size: 7.1 x 9 inches or 180 x 229 mm

Suggested Material Size: 13 x 14.9 inches or 330 x 379 mm

Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands