Orca

What's included • Pre-embroidered design • Full instructions • Stitch guide • Paint guide • Paint mixing instructions • Varnishing instructions • Fabric • Batting • Backing fabric • Border strips

Finished size: 15.5" x 16.5" (40cm x 42cm)

Skill level: Beginner

Typical completion time: 6–10 hours

Perfect for: Beginners, Gift makers, Adults, Kids (with supervision), Painters

Paints not included. Shop our fabric paints here

A sleek orca glides through the water with effortless power, its body curving in a smooth, confident arc. The classic black‑and‑white markings stand out boldly: a deep inky back, a crisp white belly, and that iconic oval eye‑patch that gives the orca its alert, intelligent expression. The dorsal fin rises tall and clean, adding a sense of strength without losing the calm grace of the pose. Light seems to ripple across its surface, softening the contrast and giving the black areas a gentle sheen, like polished stone. The white patches glow slightly brighter, especially along the jaw and under the chin, creating a beautifully balanced silhouette. Its flippers sweep outward like broad, rounded wings, and the tail flukes fan behind in a relaxed, fluid motion. The overall feeling is serene and majestic — a peaceful moment with one of the ocean’s most iconic creatures, captured in a way that feels friendly, approachable, and perfect for stitching.

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