Dancing Cat Bookmark Cross Stitch Pattern & Kit

A playful little project for cat lovers and readers.

This bookmark design features an adorable dancing cat tangled in yarn, full of personality and movement. It’s a slim, beginner-friendly pattern that stitches up beautifully and makes a charming handmade gift for bookworms and animal lovers alike.

Designed in bookmark format, it’s satisfying to complete and perfect for relaxed stitching sessions.

Choose Your Format:

🧵 Complete Physical Kit

Everything you need to stitch your bookmark:

14 ct Aida cloth
Full skeins of embroidery floss (17 colors)
Printed full-color pattern
Blunt-tip needle
Needle threader
Plastic thread bobbins
Felt backing
Zippered storage bag

After your kit ships, you’ll also receive access to download the digital pattern via QR code included in your package.

📄 Digital Pattern Only

Instant download available immediately after checkout.

Includes:

Full color chart (symbols on color)
Printer-friendly chart (symbols on white)
Pattern Keeper compatible file
DMC color key
Simple instruction sheet

No physical materials are included with this option.

Pattern Details:

Stitch Count: 35 x 105
Fabric Recommendation: 14 ct Aida
Stitches Used: Full cross stitches with minimal backstitching detail
Skill Level: Beginner-friendly, full coverage
Colors: 17
Finished Size (14 ct): 2.5 x 7.5 in / 6.3 x 19.0 cm

Finished sizes on other counts:

16 ct: approx. 2.2 x 6.6 in
18 ct: approx. 1.9 x 5.8 in

Not sure which version to choose?

Choose the kit if you’d like everything delivered to your door.
Choose the digital version if you already have supplies and want to start stitching right away.

Either way, you’ll end up with a cheerful handmade bookmark that’s perfect for your current read.