tester - cat & hearts

About the Design

This chart centers on a drowsy, pixel-art cat with closed eyes, a small stitched nose, and thin whisker lines, all bordered in a bold dark outline that gives the face graphic punch. Scattered around the cat are seven pink hearts, evenly spaced across the corners and edges of the grid so the whole piece reads as a tidy, symmetrical composition rather than a single isolated motif. The blocky, low-resolution style keeps every shape simple to read on the chart and easy to translate stitch by stitch.

Skill Level and Time

With only 424 stitches spread across a 30x30 grid, this is a genuinely beginner-friendly pattern that suits stitchers just getting comfortable with counted work. Most crafters can expect to finish in around 3.5 hours, making it a satisfying single-sitting or weekend project rather than a long-term commitment. The repeated heart motif also offers built-in practice for keeping tension and count consistent across a design.

Palette and Materials

The design uses just three main colors plus outline and detail shades, keeping thread changes minimal and organization simple. A dark outline defines the cat's structure, a warm tan fills the face, and soft pink brings the hearts to life against the open background. This limited palette makes it easy to stitch from a basic starter kit or leftover floss, without sacrificing the charm of the finished piece.