Joyful Tabby Cat with Bright Blue Eyes
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Tabby cats are among the most common domestic cat patterns, characterized by distinctive stripes, swirls, or spots created by agouti genes. Their expressive faces—especially wide-eyed, open-mouthed grins—have made them beloved subjects in art and popular culture for centuries, embodying playfulness and affection.
- Stitch count: 150 x 103
- 31 colors in the palette
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150 x 103 stitches 31 colors
Pattern description
This cross-stitch captures a delightfully expressive tabby cat mid-laugh, with striking blue eyes and pink tongue peeking out. The 150×150 stitch count offers an advanced needleworker a satisfying challenge, requiring precision to render the cat's detailed face and layered fur textures across 31 DMC thread colors.
The warm, naturalistic palette of taupes, creams, and soft pastels creates an inviting, cheerful mood perfect for any cat lover's space. Whether displayed as a framed piece or stitched as a gift, this counted cross-stitch pattern on Aida fabric rewards careful attention to color transitions and shading, delivering a portrait that radiates genuine happiness and personality.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 150 x 103 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 10.7 x 7.4 inches or 272 x 187 mm
Suggested Material Size: 16.6 x 13.3 inches or 422 x 337 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
