Monochrome Sheltie Portrait in Bold High Contrast
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About this pattern
Each PDF includes stitch counts and a full color key so you can kit it quickly. Check the stitch size against your fabric count to estimate finished dimensions, and keep a few extra skeins on hand if you plan to backstitch or outline.
Quick finishing tips
- Use shorter floss lengths to avoid tangles and keep coverage even.
- Secure thread ends under nearby stitches instead of bulky knots.
- Gently wash and press face-down on a towel before framing.
- Stitch count: 123 x 123
- 1 colors in the palette
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123 x 133 stitches 1 colors
Pattern description
This Sheltie pattern showcases a striking black and white portrait rendered in a single DMC thread color for bold visual impact. The high-contrast composition captures the breed's distinctive flowing coat and gentle expression with dramatic pixel-art texture, creating a portrait that reads clearly from a distance despite the intermediate skill level required.
The square 123 x 123 stitch count makes this an approachable medium-scale project perfect for stitchers seeking a meaningful keepsake without months of investment. The monochromatic approach simplifies color selection while demanding attention to tension and stitch placement for clean definition between light and dark areas. Ideal for dog lovers and Sheltie enthusiasts, this needlework piece translates beautifully onto Aida fabric and makes a distinctive wall accent or framed gift that celebrates this beloved herding breed with timeless elegance.
Stitch planning checklist
- Measure your fabric against the stitch count to confirm finished size.
- Sort floss by symbol before you start; pre-thread a few needles for speed.
- Work in small blocks to keep counting accurate and spot mistakes early.
- Backstitch at the end of each session so outlines stay crisp.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 123 x 133 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 8.8 x 9.5 inches or 223 x 241 mm
Suggested Material Size: 14.7 x 15.4 inches or 373 x 391 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
