Warm Tabby Kitten in Orange and Black
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Tabby cats are known for their distinctive striped or swirled coat patterns, which provide natural camouflage in their native grassland habitats. The orange tabby pattern shown here—also called red or ginger—occurs when a cat carries specific color genes that produce warm amber and cream tones rather than the more common brown stripes. Tabbies of all colors are celebrated for their friendly, playful personalities and are among the most common domestic cat patterns worldwide.
- Stitch count: 34 x 31
- 3 colors in the palette
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34 x 31 stitches 3 colors
Pattern description
This charming tabby kitten features a bold, pixelated style rendered in just three DMC thread colors: warm orange, crisp white, and deep black. The 34 × 34 stitch count makes it an ideal beginner project—small enough to complete quickly without overwhelming detail, yet large enough to show off the personality of a tabby's distinctive markings and alert expression.
The color palette creates a cozy, nostalgic mood perfect for gift-giving or decorating a child's bedroom or nursery. Stitched on standard Aida fabric with a simple three-color palette, this counted cross-stitch pattern requires minimal thread management while delivering maximum visual impact. The blocky, retro pixel-art aesthetic appeals to fans of vintage gaming style and modern minimalism alike, making it equally at home in contemporary or eclectic décor.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 34 x 31 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 2.4 x 2.2 inches or 62 x 56 mm
Suggested Material Size: 8.3 x 8.1 inches or 212 x 206 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
