Framed like tiny Christmas portraits from a cozy storybook mantel, Merry Cats Panel Black/Multi is filled with festive feline charm. This panel measures approximately 24" x 44" and features six plaid-framed blocks, each measuring approximately 10" x 10.25", with adorable cats surrounded by ornaments, trees, bows, Santa hats, wreaths, and snowy holiday sparkle. The black background makes the red and green borders feel bold and cheerful, giving each scene a picture-frame finish that is ready for pillows, quilt centers, wall hangings, tote fronts, or quick handmade gifts. The 3.5" wide top and bottom stripes add extra creative possibilities, working beautifully as borders, accents, or coordinating trim. Every block feels like its own little Christmas tale, perfect for cat lovers who want their holiday projects sprinkled with warmth, whimsy, and a touch of merry mischief.

For best results: Machine wash cold with like colors using mild detergent. Do not bleach. Tumble dry.

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Step into a whisker-dusted Christmas tale where curious cats, glowing ornaments, and festive prints make every project feel merry. Merry Cats by Peggy Collins for Benartex is a playful holiday fabric collection filled with storybook charm, classic Christmas color, and just the right amount of feline mischief. Made from 100% cotton and measuring approximately 44" wide, each print brings together cozy reds, evergreen greens, snowy accents, cheerful dots, swirling paisleys, and adorable cats dressed for the season in Santa hats, bows, and wreaths. It feels like peeking into a magical parlor on Christmas Eve, where every kitten has found a ribbon to chase and every corner sparkles with holiday cheer.

The stars of the collection are the charming Christmas cat prints, where wide-eyed kittens pose among wreaths, bows, snowflakes, ornaments, and twinkling greenery. The coordinating plaid adds a classic Christmas warmth, layering rich red and green with a cozy cabin feel that works beautifully for borders, binding, sashing, and accent pieces. Paisley prints in red and green bring a more elegant swirl to the group, adding movement and depth without taking away from the playful theme. The polka dot coordinates sprinkle the collection with candy-like color, offering bright contrast for piecing and cheerful backing options for smaller projects. Together, the mix feels lively, nostalgic, and wonderfully whimsical.

A coordinating Merry Cats panel makes the collection even more fun, featuring framed feline portraits that are ready to become pillows, quilt blocks, wall hangings, or quick handmade gifts. For a holiday quilt, be sure to check out the free downloadable Christmas Cats pattern designed by Siobhan Fitzpatrick, which finishes at 68" x 68". This pattern combines the festive prints into a cheerful quilt that feels ready for cocoa nights, fireside naps, and Christmas morning cuddles. Merry Cats offers plenty of creative room to play. It is a delightful choice for anyone who believes the holidays are better with fabric, sparkle, and cats popping in and out of the design as if they are sneaking through the decorations after midnight.