Soft White Cat in Cool Winter Palette
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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: 97 x 97
- 29 colors in the palette
- Downloaded 76 times
97 x 110 stitches 29 colors
Pattern description
Capture the serene beauty of a feline portrait in this 97 x 97 stitch cross-stitch pattern. The cat's gentle profile emerges from soft blue and pale cream tones, creating an ethereal winter mood that feels both calming and contemplative. With 29 DMC thread colors, this intermediate-level design rewards patient stitchers with nuanced shading that brings dimension to the cat's fur and expressive eyes.
The cool color palette dominated by blues, creams, and soft grays evokes a frosty seasonal feeling without harsh contrasts. This restrained approach makes the piece ideal for contemporary home décor or as a thoughtful gift for cat lovers who appreciate understated elegance over bold statements.
Stitched on standard 14-count Aida fabric, this project offers a satisfying medium-sized canvas—manageable in scope yet detailed enough to challenge intermediate needleworkers. The 29-color thread palette encourages skill-building through color blending and shading techniques, while the finished piece measures approximately 7 x 7 inches, perfect for framing as wall art, adding to a cat-themed collection, or gifting to someone special.
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: 97 x 110 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 6.9 x 7.9 inches or 176 x 200 mm
Suggested Material Size: 12.8 x 13.8 inches or 326 x 350 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
