Stitch 50 Cats: Easy sewing patterns for cute plush kitties

Stitch 50 Cats: Easy sewing patterns for cute plush kitties is a collection of hand-sewn felt cat patterns designed to help you create a wide range of distinctive feline designs. Covering popular breeds from long-haired and short-haired cats to hairless varieties and even big cats, each project is presented with step-by-step instructions and full-size templates.

Author Alison J Reid draws on detailed research into both domestic and wild cats, focusing on the differences in colouring, markings and eye detail that make each breed recognisable. The patterns are intended to be traced directly from the page, with the option to enlarge them for a bigger plush. With simple techniques and no sewing machine required, the book is set up to suit a range of abilities and encourages relaxed, sofa-friendly stitching.

Key details

• 50 cat designs created using simple hand-sewing techniques
• Includes long-haired, short-haired, hairless and big cat patterns
• Step-by-step instructions and full-size templates for each pattern
• Patterns can be traced from the page and enlarged for larger plushes
• Uses felt, with small amounts of wool curls and roving for added texture

Synopsis

This book explores the variety found across cat breeds and translates those differences into felt sewing patterns. It highlights the importance of pattern, colour and shape, using felt’s non-fraying, double-sided qualities to capture small details, with added texture from wool curls and roving. The finished cats can be made as small accessories or scaled up into larger plush projects.