Friday, May 06, 2011

Sly Cat - Free Embroidery Pattern

FREE

My daughter has been drawing cat faces all over the place. It's her new favorite doodle. She drew one recently in chalk on a slate stone in our yard and I loved the effect. So that's what I was going for with this simple line drawing. I stitched it in a pale (chalky) color on a dark background and with a slightly thicker thread than I usually use.

This is a great pattern for beginners. You only need one stitch and there's nothing too fussy or detailed about it. It would be cute on a tote bag or T-shirt - or a towel. It also fits perfectly into a 7" hoop.

What you get:
  • full-sized pattern for tracing
  • reversed pattern for using with iron-on transfer tools
  • complete color and stitch guide (such as it is)
Materials you'll need:
  • fabric for stitching
  • favorite pattern transfer tools
  • embroidery needle, thread, and hoop
Skills you'll need: (pattern has links to free video tutorials)
Time you'll need:
  • 3-4 hours
FREE
Happy stitching!

Best,
Wendi

8 comments:

  1. That is the most adorable kitty I have seen in quite a while! Thank you!

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  2. Anonymous12:32 AM

    Very very cute and I love the way your handling the "free" patterns also. While we all love free, making a living and eating are necessities in life and I totally agree that if anyone feels inclined to contribute, it's at their discretion. thanks for making these available to us

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  3. Thanks Robin! And thanks for your thoughtful comments about how I've decided to handle the "free" patterns. I'll probably continue to tweak things over the next few months as I fugure out a balance between "free" and "for sale" that works for me AND for all of you. I appreciate your patience - and your support.

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  4. What a cool and cute cat. Thank you!

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  5. I'm glad you like him!

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  6. So CUTE!!! Thanks very much :o)

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  7. You're very welcome! And thank YOU!

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