
You may feel like you have to handle the paper more carefully than fabric, but it’s actually quite sturdy and fun to stitch on - perfect for making three-dimensional shaped cards like our animal crew. If you haven’t stitched on perforated paper before then you’ll love trying out this new material. Best of all, you can bring this cross stitch cat to life with a special stand at the back – just follow the cutting and folding lines on the chart, then slot together.

This cute kitty has big eyes, a soft smile and a squidgy nose. Make this little paper poppet for any tots you know, whether it’s to say happy birthday or to celebrate them going to pre-school. The charms are not necessary to complete these designs.

Please note that the original chart book for this design came with 3 free charms, and you'll see suggestions on these cats cross stitch patterns for where to attach charms. The download is an A4 PDF with 2 pages, with 4 cats cross stitch patterns and an accompanying key.

You could also stitch the smaller furry feline to make a gift tag, too.ĭesigned by Jenny Barton, this originally appeared in issue 216 of The World of Cross Stitching. Then, simply patch onto a single-fold card for a fast finish. Stitch this oh-so-cute cat cross stitch card to brighten up a loved one’s birthday! Taking only a few hours to stitch, you’ll rustle one up in no time.
