Lion Family Portrait in Warm Tones
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Lions are the only truly social cats, living in family groups called prides where females remain together for life while males typically rule for a few years before being displaced. Cubs depend on their mothers for hunting instruction and protection for several years before independence, making family cohesion essential to survival in African savanna ecosystems.
- Stitch count: 130 x 110
- 25 colors in the palette
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130 x 110 stitches 25 colors
Pattern description
This cross-stitch captures a touching family moment: an adult lion with two cubs, rendered in soft oranges, golds, and warm browns across 130×130 stitches. The composition uses skillful color shading to create depth and dimension, with the mane's rich rust tones contrasting beautifully against the paler cream of the background fabric.
Stitched in 25 DMC thread colors at intermediate skill level, this piece rewards patient needleworkers with a richly photorealistic result. The warm, naturalistic palette—ranging from deep chocolate to honey gold—brings the feline subjects to life, making it an ideal choice for wildlife enthusiasts or anyone seeking a meaningful counted cross-stitch project that celebrates family bonds across species.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 130 x 110 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 9.3 x 7.9 inches or 236 x 200 mm
Suggested Material Size: 15.2 x 13.8 inches or 386 x 350 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
