Polar Bear Cub in Warm Muted Tones
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Polar bear cubs are born tiny—about 1.5 pounds—and remain dependent on their mothers for roughly two years in the Arctic wilderness. Despite their fearsome reputation as adults, cubs are playful, curious creatures that learn to navigate sea ice and hunt seals through patient observation and play-fighting with siblings.
- Stitch count: 140 x 161
- 30 colors in the palette
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140 x 161 stitches 30 colors
Pattern description
This 140×140 intermediate cross-stitch captures a young polar bear with soft, naturalistic coloring across 30 DMC thread shades. The palette shifts from cool whites and pale grays to warm creams and subtle earth tones, creating an intimate portrait that avoids stark contrast in favor of gentle gradation. Worked on Aida fabric, this project rewards patient blending of similar hues to render the fur's depth and the cub's gentle expression—ideal for stitchers ready to move beyond basic color blocking.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 140 x 161 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 10 x 11.5 inches or 254 x 292 mm
Suggested Material Size: 15.9 x 17.4 inches or 404 x 442 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
