Right so this one only makes sense on black fabric, it reads as absolutely nothing on light colours, thats the only rule really. Its a seated cat in the Cheshire style, body upright, tail dropping down and curling back up in a big S-curve to the left. The fur runs in alternating bands of neon magenta, deep purple and teal that wrap around the body from head to tail tip. Eleven colour stops. A white fringe outline circles the silhouette edge to give that fluffy halo effect that only works when the background is dark.
Eyes are bright teal satin fills with a small white catch light each, and the inner ear surfaces carry a lighter pink-magenta. The chest area has a lighter blended section so the neon reads as fur volume rather than a flat stripe. Tail stripes use the same band sequence as the body so it reads as one continuous coat pattern. The fringe outline is a specialty short satin pass around the full outside edge that gives the cat that fuzzy backlit look in photos.
This is the kind of design cat people see once and immediately know where theyre putting it. Stitched on a black cotton zip hoodie for my neighbours kid last spring, she wanted something for a school art show, and 3 people at the event asked where it came from. The narrow width means it sits well on a sleeve or a narrow front panel, the widest size is only 4.6 inches across.
Black fabric is the only real option here. Try a medium cutaway stabiliser since you need the outline fringe to sit properly without the base puckering. Slow the machine down on the fringe pass at the outside edge, its short satin at a slight angle and rushing it causes skipped stitches. Use polyester thread on the neon colours if you can, the magenta and teal stay brighter wash after wash compared to rayon. Keep your bobbin tension consistent through all 11 colour stops.
Nine sizes from 2.14 by 3.5 inches up to 4.6 by 7.5. Its a tall and narrow shape so it works on sleeve panels, mask fronts, small pouch faces and narrow garment plackets. Pair with a small star or moon design for a full fantasy night theme. Text me if the registration slips between the stripe colours on the tail section and Ill rebuild the registration.
What people are using this design for
A starting point. The design works for plenty more than just this list, this is what folks have stitched it onto most.
- Black hoodie sleeve neon cat accentStitch on a black zip hoodie sleeve for a neon cat accent that reads under UV light if you use the right polyester threads
- Halloween costume decorationUse the 4-inch on a black felt halloween costume panel for a Cheshire cat look that doesnt need any extra accessories
- Dark denim jacket back panel artEmbroider the largest size on the back yoke of a dark denim jacket for a slow-fashion art piece that turns heads
- Cat themed fantasy tote bagStitch the 5-inch on a black canvas tote for a cat lover who prefers edge over cutesy, the fringe outline photographs really well
- Goth aesthetic phone or glasses pouchAdd the smallest size to a black or charcoal zip pouch for glasses, phone or cards, the narrow shape fits the panel perfectly
- Kids dress-up costume hoodieUse the medium size on a kids black hoodie for a dress-up costume that can also be worn as normal school clothing
- Cat cafe staff apron pocket badgeEmbroider the small size on a black apron pocket for cat cafe staff as a neon badge that regulars will start to recognise
- Night market tote bag or merch printRun the medium size on black canvas pouches for a night market merch table alongside other neon animal designs
Dimensions
9 sizes included. Stitch counts shown for the largest colorway.
| Size (in) | Stitches |
|---|---|
| 2.14 × 3.50 in | 10,826 |
| 2.45 × 4.00 in | 11,603 |
| 2.76 × 4.50 in | 12,364 |
| 3.06 × 5.00 in | 13,134 |
| 3.37 × 5.50 in | 13,848 |
| 3.68 × 6.00 in | 14,545 |
| 3.98 × 6.50 in | 15,198 |
| 4.29 × 7.00 in | 15,926 |
| 4.60 × 7.50 in | 16,608 |
Files & Formats
Eight machine formats included in one zip. Whichever your machine reads, its in the pack.
Plus a color chart for thread matching. See full format guide.
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