Piercing Blue-Eyed Cat in Cool Shadows
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Cats possess a reflective tapetum lucidum behind their retinas, a layer of tissue that amplifies light and gives their eyes a luminous quality in dim conditions. This anatomical feature allows them to see in light levels six times lower than humans require, making them exceptional nocturnal hunters. Their eyes can also rotate their pupils to pinpoint prey with remarkable precision—a feline superpower shaped by millions of years of evolution.
- Stitch count: 220 x 150
- 47 colors in the palette
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220 x 150 stitches 47 colors
Pattern description
This striking feline portrait captures an intense, icy-blue stare rendered in cool muted tones of slate, charcoal, and silvery highlights. The cat's gaze dominates the composition, drawing the viewer directly into its luminous iris and sharp pupil. Forty-seven DMC thread colors create remarkable depth and texture, from the soft fur gradations to the piercing eye that seems almost otherworldly.
Advanced stitchers will appreciate the technical challenge of rendering such a photorealistic face at 220 x 220 stitches, where subtle color transitions and fine detail are essential to capturing the feline's haunting expression. The cool color palette—dominated by blues, grays, and whites—creates an atmospheric, almost nocturnal mood. Once framed, this counted cross-stitch design becomes a captivating focal point for any room, perfect for cat lovers who appreciate art that conveys personality and mystery in needlework form.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 220 x 150 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 15.7 x 10.7 inches or 399 x 272 mm
Suggested Material Size: 21.6 x 16.6 inches or 549 x 422 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
