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About This Design
Kitten fringe embroidery design captures a fluffy cat face using an in-the-hoop fringe technique for soft, tactile fur. This fringed kitten embroidery works great as a fringed kitty cat keychain, fluffy kitty keychain embroidery, or in-the-hoop cat keychain project. The set includes sizes 2.7in and 3in, 8579 stitches and 9 colors to build detailed texture. Use the fringe keychain ITH file to make playful bag tags, backpack zipper pulls, or gift tags for kids. Files come in common machine formats so crafters can stitch a charming cat keychain quickly with professional-looking results.
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Machine Embroidery Design Details
Fringed Kitten Kitty Cat Keychain is available in hoop sizes 2.7in, 3in, compatible with Brother, Janome, Singer, Bernina, Baby Lock and other machines via PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF, VP3, uses 9 thread colors, approximately 8,579 stitches.
What Is Included
- Embroidery design files: PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF, VP3
- Design sizes: 2.7in, 3in
- Compatible hoops: 4x4, 5x5, 5x7
- Instant digital download — no physical item shipped
- Color sequence / thread color guide included
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How to Stitch This Design
- Download and unzip the PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF or VP3 files; follow Artapli instructions pages for unzipping and access.
- Choose design size (2.7in or 3in) and hoop: this design fits 4x4, 5x5 and 5x7 hoops—pick the hoop that matches your chosen size.
- Prepare thread: design uses 9 colors and 8579 stitches; load threads in color order and test stitch a scrap if using specialty or variegated threads.
- Stitch the fringe in-the-hoop: stitch the dense fringe rows, then carefully trim between guide lines to reveal the fluffy fringe before final tack-down stitching.
- Finish: attach snap-tab or keyring, trim excess stabilizer, and press lightly to complete a durable, soft cat keychain.
Embroidery Machines Supported
Works with all major home embroidery machines that accept standard formats.
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FAQ
What embroidery machines work with this design?
This design is provided in PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF and VP3 formats and works with many home embroidery machines, including Brother, Janome, Singer, Bernina and compatible multi-format machines.
How is the fringe effect created in this design?
The fringe effect is stitched in-the-hoop by sewing dense guide rows that are trimmed to expose fluffy threads, then secured with a final tack stitch; the files are set for 8579 stitches and 9 thread changes for texture and detail.
What hoop sizes fit this design?
Design sizes are 2.7in and 3in and the files are compatible with 4x4, 5x5 and 5x7 hoops.
Is this design beginner friendly?
This is a friendly in-the-hoop fringe project for stitchers familiar with basic ITH steps; expect multiple color changes and a trimming step, so beginners with patience can succeed.













































