Warm-Toned Tabby Kitten Portrait
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Kittens are young domestic cats typically between birth and one year old, during which time they're most playful, curious, and prone to mischief. At this early stage, kittens are developing their hunting skills through games that look like play—pouncing, batting at objects, and stalking—behaviors that mirror how adult cats hunt in the wild. Tabby markings, like those visible in this portrait, are one of the most common coat patterns in domestic cats and are caused by a dominant gene that produces distinctive stripes, swirls, or spots across the fur.
- Stitch count: 138 x 238
- 11 colors in the palette
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138 x 238 stitches 11 colors
Pattern description
A gentle tabby kitten rendered in warm sepia and golden tones, this 138×138 stitch counted cross-stitch pattern captures the soft alertness of a young cat mid-play. The composition focuses on the kitten's expressive face and front paws, with rich brown and tan threads creating depth and dimension across the moderately challenging needlework.
Stitched across 11 carefully selected DMC thread colors, this intermediate-level design works beautifully on Aida fabric and makes a heartwarming gift for cat lovers and needlework enthusiasts alike. The warm, rustic color palette—ranging from deep chocolate browns to pale cream highlights—creates a cozy, nostalgic mood that suits both traditional and contemporary home décor, particularly in studies, bedrooms, or pet-themed spaces.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 138 x 238 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 9.9 x 17 inches or 250 x 432 mm
Suggested Material Size: 15.8 x 22.9 inches or 400 x 582 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
