The perfect softie pattern to create for children, this mother cat and her three mischievous kittens is from Lorraine Teigland, and the mother cat includes a zipper pouch where you can keep the kittens safe.

• Materials list is included, with materials for cat and one kitten, but you can make as many kittens as you want
• Use polar or micro fleece to give the cat and kittens extra cuddliness
• Pattern sheet with cat and kitten templates is included
• Use simple embroidery stitches to add details to the cat and kittens
• Detailed step-by-step instructions and colour photographs take you through all of the construction of the cat and kittens, from creating the head through to finishing the mother cat with her zipper pocket
• Lorraine’s tips on using templates, embroidering the paws, assembly and stuffing the softies are included
• Makes the perfect gift for children, but they are not suitable for children under the age of three
• A great project to make for intermediate-level crafters with general sewing experience