My nephew stitched this onto a pillowcase and honestly it looks exactly like his actual cat. Thats the thing with this design, the expression is so specific. Its not just a cat face, its that particular energy a cat has when its decided to hide in the most obvious way possible and still expects you not to notice. Face flat on the floor, eyes locked on you, two paws poking out. 7 colours and 9 sizes from 3.5 inches up to 7.5 inches wide.
The grey and black tabby striping is done with tight satin-style fill sections, so it reads clearly even at the smaller sizes. At 3.5 inches it still holds the golden amber eye detail, which is harder to pull off than youd think with 3 separate grey shades layering into each other. The blanket edge draped across the top adds horizontal contrast against the mostly-vertical cat face below it. Looks like it belongs on the piece rather than just floating on top. Pair it with a plain white or cream cotton tee and the contrast is instant.
Back it with a medium tearaway on stable wovens, or a cutaway if youre putting it on something with any give. The face section has a fair bit of density and you want the backing to keep it from puckering around the eye area. Use a lil extra topping on terry or waffle fabrics to stop the stitches sinking in. Pick a tearaway weight based on the fabric, not just the design size.
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.
- Pillowcases and cushion covers for cat loversCentered on a pillowcase it looks like the cat is already in bed, which is very on-brand for cat owners.
- Sweatshirts and hoodies as a front chest graphicOn a dark sweatshirt the grey tabby contrast pops really well; great for a front-left chest logo size.
- Tote bags for cat-themed gift shops or vet clinicsCat-themed shops love designs with personality; this one has a lot of it and reads from a distance.
- Children's pyjama tops and matching setsKids love the funny hiding pose; works well on pyjama fronts in a medium or large size.
- Tea towels and kitchen linens as a funny accentTea towels and kitchen linens take a lighter touch but the design reads fine at 4-5 inch width.
- Iron-on patches for denim jacketsThe wide horizontal shape of the face makes it sit naturally as a patch across a jacket pocket or back.
- Cat rescue fundraiser merchandise and teesCat rescue groups use playful designs for fundraiser tees and donation-table merchandise.
- Personalised gift pouches and cosmetic bagsCosmetic bags and pouches in a small gift set, great for cat-themed birthday presents.
Dimensions
9 sizes included. Stitch counts shown for the largest colorway.
| Size (in) | Stitches |
|---|---|
| 3.50 × 2.33 in | 16,094 |
| 4.00 × 2.66 in | 18,508 |
| 4.50 × 2.99 in | 20,852 |
| 5.00 × 3.33 in | 23,339 |
| 5.50 × 3.66 in | 25,781 |
| 5.99 × 3.99 in | 28,326 |
| 6.50 × 4.32 in | 30,964 |
| 7.00 × 4.65 in | 33,405 |
| 7.50 × 4.99 in | 36,105 |
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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