Gray Tabby Cat with Blue Eyes, Muted Tones
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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: 105 x 105
- 40 colors in the palette
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105 x 105 stitches 40 colors
Pattern description
Capture the gentle melancholy of a blue-eyed tabby in this 105 x 105 stitch counted cross stitch pattern. The cat's serene expression and soft gray fur are rendered in a sophisticated palette of 40 DMC thread colors, creating depth through muted greens, warm beiges, and cool grays. This composition focuses intimately on the feline's face, with careful attention to the striking blue eyes that convey quiet emotion.
Advanced stitchers will appreciate the technical challenge of blending 40 thread colors to achieve the subtle shading that brings this tabby to life. The soft, cool-toned color palette requires careful thread management and patience, making it an ideal project for experienced needleworkers seeking a meditative stitching experience. Once completed on 14-count Aida fabric, this 8x8 inch finished piece makes a touching home accent or heartfelt gift for cat lovers who appreciate realistic animal portraiture in needlework.
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: 105 x 105 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 7.5 x 7.5 inches or 191 x 191 mm
Suggested Material Size: 13.4 x 13.4 inches or 341 x 341 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
