Free Tabby Cat Cross-Stitch Pattern with DMC Codes

Stitch an alert striped pet portrait with this free tabby cat cross stitch pattern. Preview the DMC colours, tidy the chart, and export a printable PDF.

Chart generated by StitchBitz, licensed under the StitchBitz Generated Chart License.

Source photo by W.carter, licensed under CC0 1.0.

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What You'll Need

To stitch this design, you will need a piece of Aida fabric measuring at least 15×15 cm on 14-count Aida. The full DMC floss palette for this chart uses 16 colors:

  • DMC 809
  • DMC 500
  • DMC 934
  • DMC 315
  • DMC 154
  • DMC 890
  • DMC 310
  • DMC 794
  • DMC 317
  • DMC 3799
  • DMC 822
  • DMC 3042
  • DMC 3021
  • DMC 3371
  • DMC 815
  • DMC 826

Frequently Asked Questions

How difficult are tabby stripes to cross-stitch?

The face, legs, and red collar provide reliable counting landmarks, while the irregular coat stripes need a little more care. It is a satisfying project for a confident beginner or intermediate stitcher on 14-count Aida.

Which DMC colours are used for the tabby cat?

The generated palette mixes grey, taupe, brown, cream, and dark stripe DMC shades, plus a bright red accent for the collar. Every exact code appears in the legend.

Can I download a printable cat cross stitch chart?

Yes. Open the manual editor to adjust stripes or simplify the background, then export the completed cat chart as a printable symbol PDF.

83 × 83
Grid Size
15×15 cm on 14-count Aida
Fabric Size
intermediate
Difficulty

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