Tabby Cat Gazing at Butterflies in Warm Tones
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Tabby cats are among the most common domestic cat patterns, characterized by distinctive stripes, swirls, or spots created by agouti hair coloring. The pattern is determined by dominant genes and can appear in many color combinations. Butterflies, meanwhile, are key pollinators that undergo complete metamorphosis—a transformation that has fascinated humans for centuries and made them symbols of change and beauty across cultures.
- Stitch count: 200 x 223
- 40 colors in the palette
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200 x 223 stitches 40 colors
Pattern description
A tabby cat's expressive face commands the center of this 200×200-stitch design, rendered in soft earth tones and gentle grays. Four delicate butterflies hover above, rendered in pale yellows and warm oranges, creating an enchanting upward gaze that captures a moment of feline curiosity.
This advanced-level needlework uses 40 DMC thread colors to achieve remarkable depth and dimension in the cat's tabby markings, whiskers, and luminous eyes. The composition strikes a playful balance between realism and whimsy—ideal for cat lovers seeking a charming focal point for a bedroom, craft room, or home office. The project rewards experienced stitchers with the satisfaction of rendering fine details and subtle color transitions across the face and surrounding space.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 200 x 223 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 14.3 x 15.9 inches or 363 x 405 mm
Suggested Material Size: 20.2 x 21.8 inches or 513 x 555 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
