Bookmark
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About this pattern
Each PDF includes stitch counts and a full color key so you can kit it quickly. Check the stitch size against your fabric count to estimate finished dimensions, and keep a few extra skeins on hand if you plan to backstitch or outline.
Quick finishing tips
- Use shorter floss lengths to avoid tangles and keep coverage even.
- Secure thread ends under nearby stitches instead of bulky knots.
- Gently wash and press face-down on a towel before framing.
- Stitch count: 25 x 25
- 11 colors in the palette
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25 x 67 stitches 11 colors
Pattern description
Craft a delightful Bookmark featuring charming cats that will transform a simple page-turner into a treasured needlework keepsake. This counted cross stitch pattern captures feline grace in a compact 25 × 25 stitch design, making it an ideal project for stitchers seeking a satisfying yet manageable creation. The design employs 11 DMC thread colors that blend together beautifully, creating depth and dimension across the small canvas. Working with this palette allows you to explore color transitions and shading techniques while completing the piece in just a few pleasant stitching sessions.
Intermediate needleworkers will find this bookmark pattern perfectly pitched to expand their embroidery skills without overwhelming complexity. The free printable PDF chart includes complete DMC color keys for easy reference, ensuring accurate stitch placement on Aida fabric. Whether you're stitching bookmarks as gifts for fellow cat lovers or adding to your personal collection, this pattern delivers professional results with accessible instructions. Simply print the chart, gather your Aida fabric and DMC floss, and begin creating a functional work of art that combines practical use with the satisfaction of counted cross stitch craftsmanship.
Stitch planning checklist
- Measure your fabric against the stitch count to confirm finished size.
- Sort floss by symbol before you start; pre-thread a few needles for speed.
- Work in small blocks to keep counting accurate and spot mistakes early.
- Backstitch at the end of each session so outlines stay crisp.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 25 x 67 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 1.8 x 4.8 inches or 45 x 122 mm
Suggested Material Size: 7.7 x 10.7 inches or 195 x 272 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands