If you are looking for the ultimate kawaii stitching project, this Sanrio Friends Mini Collection cross-stitch pattern is guaranteed to brighten your craft corner. Featuring six beloved iconic characters—Hello Kitty, My Melody (in two adorable poses), Kuromi, Cinnamoroll, and Pompompurin—surrounded by pastel floating hearts, this design is pure nostalgic joy on a hoop.
Whether you want to stitch all six characters together on a single sampler display or separate them into individual mini hoops and keychains, this project offers a fast, satisfying, and deeply charming stitching experience.
Pattern Overview & Specifications
Designed on a multi-grid layout, this collection allows you to stitch the full set or pick and choose your favorite characters for smaller quick-stitch projects.
- Pattern Title: Sanrio Characters Mini Collection Cross Stitch Chart
- Overall Grid Dimensions: Approx. 80 stitches wide × 110 stitches high (total sampler area)
- Estimated Finished Size: Approx. 5.7 × 7.8 inches (14.5 × 19.8 cm) when stitched as a set on 14-count Aida
- Recommended Fabric: 14-Count Aida in Oatmeal, Cream, or Natural Linen for a soft, vintage backdrop
- Thread Brand: DMC Stranded Cotton
DMC Floss Palette & Thread Estimates
This pattern uses a sweet pastel palette complete with dark outlining threads to bring out each character's distinctive facial details:
| Symbol | DMC Code | Color Name | Est. Length | Primary Usage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ■ | 776 | Pink | 23 stc | Hello Kitty Bow & Character Accents |
| x | 777 | Medium Pink | 26 stc | Bow Shading & Heart Details |
| x | 891 | Dark Pink | 32 stc | Hearts & Character Accessories |
| o | BLANC | White | 20 stc | Hello Kitty, Cinnamoroll & Fur Fills |
| • | 647 | Medium Grey | 12 stc | Soft Outlines & Shading |
| o | 646 | Dark Grey | 14 stc | Charcoal Accents |
| 7 | 783 | Gold | 78 stc | Pompompurin Body & Golden Details |
| o | 725 | Yellow-Gold | 18 stc | Noses & Highlight Accents |
| • | 3371 | Very Dark Brown | 33 stc | Crisp Character Outlines & Pompompurin Beret |
| • | 754 | Light Beige | 19 stc | Warm Shading Details |
| x | 223 | Light Pink-Purple | 10 stc | Soft Lavender/Pink Hearts |
| x | 3834 | Medium Pink-Purple | 12 stc | Kuromi Hood & Purple Accents |
Why You'll Love Stitching This Pattern
- 6 Projects in 1: Stitch the entire sampler to fill a 7-inch or 8-inch wooden hoop, or split the characters into tiny standalone patches, pins, or greeting card inserts!
- Beginner-Friendly Layout: Full cross stitches and clear block outlines make it effortless to follow along without tricky fractional stitches.
- Instant Mood Booster: Vibrant pastel thread colors against an oatmeal fabric background give your wall decor an instant dose of cute energy.
Download Your Free Cross-Stitch Chart
Ready to bring Hello Kitty and friends to life on fabric? Gather your pastel DMC threads, hoop up your 14-count oatmeal Aida, and download the full high-resolution chart directly to your device!
👉 Click Here to Download Full Resolution Sanrio Mini Collection Cross Stitch Chart
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