Stillness and Gaze: Cats in Thread

This trio of feline cross-stitch designs reflects a sleek, modern aesthetic—each cat rendered in crisp, graphic tones with clean contours and a digital-art feel. Their poses are minimal yet expressive, offering a contemporary take on classic pet portraiture. They are companions of silence, stitched into stillness.

Each pattern measures between 100 and 150 stitches square, offering a satisfying balance of detail and manageability. Though designed as full-coverage pieces, the background can be cleverly minimized by selecting a complementary Aida fabric color—allowing the cats to emerge naturally from the cloth, as if stepping into view.

The designs feature a range of personalities: a long-haired cat with warm amber tones, a sleek white companion with piercing eyes, and a smoky gray feline with quiet intensity. Whether framed individually or combined with other motifs from this blog—birds, florals, poetic text—they invite endless creative possibilities.

This pattern includes a color chart and a black and white chart with symbols only.

As it is a PDF, it is compatible with Pattern Keeper.

  monochrome cat Pattern 

This elegant monochrome cat design is perfect for both beginners and experienced stitchers. With its simple color palette, the pattern is easy to follow and creates a modern, stylish look once stitched.

This design works better on grey Aida fabric, as you don't need to stitch the entire background, so if you have access to grey Aida, try it. This will allow you to complete the project faster while still maintaining a clean, professional finish.

14 DMC colors

Cloth : Aida

Stitch Count : 100(w) x 100(h)

14 ct : 18.15 x 18.15 cm--7.15 x 7.15 inch

16 ct : 15.87 x 15.87 cm--6.25 x 6.25 inch

18 ct : 14.10 x 14.10 cm--5.55 x 5.55 inch

 Long-haired cat Pattern 

This long-haired cat design features warm amber, cream, and soft brown tones, creating a cozy and expressive look. Its relaxed pose and gentle gaze make it ideal for framed art or textile accents. A charming choice for stitchers who love feline elegance with a touch of warmth.

25 DMC colors

Cloth : Aida

Stitch Count : 148(w) x 148(h)

14 ct : 26.86 x 26.86 cm--10.57 x 10.57 inch

16 ct : 23.49 x 23.49 cm--9.25 x 9.25 inch

18 ct : 20.87 x 20.87 cm--8.22 x 8.22 inch  

  white cat Pattern 

This elegant white cat design features soft shading and chic green eyes, capturing a calm, watchful presence. Its relaxed pose and minimalist palette make it ideal for framed art or textile accents. A refined choice for stitchers who appreciate quiet beauty and feline grace.

21 DMC colors       Cloth : Aida

Stitch Count : 148(w) x 148(h)

14 ct : 26.86 x 26.86 cm--10.57 x 10.57 inch

16 ct : 23.49 x 23.49 cm--9.25 x 9.25 inch

18 ct : 20.87 x 20.87 cm--8.22 x 8.22 inch 

Feel free to sell the finished pieces you create using these patterns.

We warmly encourage you to transform them into unique works—adapt, combine, and reimagine them into creations that reflect your own artistic voice.

However, please note that redistribution or resale of the pattern files themselves—whether in digital or printed form—is strictly prohibited.

Please check the terms of use before using. 

😊 Happy creation !