Lovely Scratching  Kitty in-the-hoop Machine Embroidery Design by Artapli

Lovely Scratching Kitty

Make kitchen towels adorably mischievous with this playful kitty.

About This Design

Lovely Scratching Kitty in-the-hoop embroidery design captures a playful cat ideal for kitchen and kids projects. This in-the-hoop cat embroidery is offered in three sizes (3, 3.5, 4in) and fits a 4x4 hoop, making it perfect for towel corners and small applique patches. Use lovely scratching kitty embroidery, in-the-hoop cat embroidery, cat ITH design, or kitchen towel cat embroidery to create matching dish towels, bibs, and backpack badges. The design uses 9 colors and 12,148 stitches and is available in PES, DST, JEF and other common formats for home embroidery machines.

Best For

ITH ProjectsGifts & AccessoriesKeychainsCat Lover GiftsPet Lover GiftsTote Bags

Machine Embroidery Design Details

File Formats
PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF, VP3
Design Sizes
3in, 3.5in, 4in
Compatible Hoops
4x4
Stitch Count
12148
Thread Colors
9

Lovely Scratching Kitty is available in hoop sizes 3in, 3.5in, 4in, 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 12,148 stitches.

What Is Included

  • Embroidery design files: PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF, VP3
  • Design sizes: 3in, 3.5in, 4in
  • Compatible hoops: 4x4
  • Instant digital download — no physical item shipped
  • Color sequence / thread color guide included

Perfect For

Create an in-the-hoop towel corner for kitchen dish towels with the scratching kitty motif.Stitch a coordinated set of three tea towels using the 3, 3.5 and 4in sizes.Make a kids backpack patch or zipper-pull badge featuring the playful scratching cat.Embroider a baby bib with the kitty applique centered on the chest.Add a small framed hoop art or mug-rug with the 3in version for cat-themed kitchen decor.

How to Stitch This Design

  1. Download the included PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF, VP3 files and unzip following our How to unzip instructions.
  2. Select the size you want (3in, 3.5in, or 4in) and hoop your fabric in a compatible 4x4 hoop.
  3. Prepare thread: this design uses 9 colors and contains 12,148 stitches—organize color changes before stitching.
  4. Follow the in-the-hoop sequence: stitch placement/tackdown, place applique pieces, trim inside the hoop when prompted, then run the cover/finish stitches.
  5. Trim jump threads and excess stabilizer, press gently, and attach or finish as a towel corner, patch, or small hoop art.

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Embroidery Machines Supported

Works with all major home embroidery machines that accept standard formats.

BrotherJanomeSingerBerninaHusqvarna VikingBaby LockPfaffElna

Design Preview

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FAQ

What embroidery machines work with this design?

Files are provided in PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF and VP3 formats and work with home machines from Brother, Janome, Singer, Bernina, Husqvarna Viking and many others that accept these formats.

How does the in-the-hoop technique work for this cat design?

The in-the-hoop process stitches placement and tackdown lines, allows you to place and trim applique pieces inside the hoop, then finishes with cover stitches; this design runs with 9 colors and 12,148 stitches following the ITH sequence.

What hoop sizes fit this design?

Design sizes are 3in, 3.5in and 4in and this design is compatible with a 4x4 hoop.

Is this design suitable for beginners?

This design is approachable for confident beginners but benefits from some ITH experience; with 12,148 stitches and 9 colors it’s best for users comfortable managing multiple color stops.

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