Warm Shiba Inu Portrait with Gentle Smile
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The Shiba Inu is a small Japanese breed known for its fox-like appearance, curled tail, and distinctly spirited personality. Originally bred as a hunting dog in Japan's mountainous regions, Shiba Inus are celebrated for their independence, alertness, and loyal yet sometimes stubborn temperament. Their compact size, typically weighing 17–23 pounds, and their natural cream, red, or sesame coloring make them one of Japan's most iconic and beloved dog breeds—and more recently, an internet sensation thanks to their expressive faces and dignified composure.
- Stitch count: 100 x 100
- 31 colors in the palette
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100 x 100 stitches 31 colors
Pattern description
This charming counted cross-stitch captures a Shiba Inu's cheerful expression in warm golden and cream tones, rendered across 100×100 stitches using 31 DMC thread colors. The design focuses tightly on the dog's friendly face—alert rounded ears, closed contented eyes, and an unmistakable happy smile with a soft pink tongue—creating an endearing, approachable portrait. At advanced skill level, the subtle color blending and facial detail work reward patient stitchers with a lifelike result that works beautifully as a framed keepsake or decorative accent for dog lovers' homes.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 100 x 100 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 7.1 x 7.1 inches or 181 x 181 mm
Suggested Material Size: 13 x 13 inches or 331 x 331 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
