P163 Black Cat and Ravens - Cross Stitch Kit

A fluffy black cat with amber eyes sits on a stack of old leather-bound books, flanked by two ravens: one perched on a row of books to the left, the other on a small volume to the right. Around them are potion bottles in purple, amber and green, lit candles, an open book and bundles of dried herbs hanging from above, all set against a glowing blue-green backdrop of bare, twisting branches. A dark, atmospheric design with strong Halloween and autumn appeal.

Specifications

• EAN: 8436621351344
• Fabric: Aida 16 ct Zweigart, col. 100/101
• Stitch count: 200 × 150
• Finished size: 31.75 × 23.81 cm
• Colors: 58 + 4 blends (DMC and Luca-S)
• Needle: 1 × John James nº26

Difficulty: Advanced
The cat and both ravens are built from close shades of black, charcoal, grey and deep blue, and those tones need careful placement to read as fur and feathers rather than flat dark areas. Add a fully stitched background, glass and candlelight effects and detailed backstitching for whiskers and outlines, and this becomes a demanding project. Recommended for experienced stitchers.