Embrace the chaos of life with these hilariously cute embroidery patterns featuring your favorite critters—raccoons, possums, and other little guys who are also going through it.

This collection is for anyone who has ever said “it is what it is” while actively spiraling. Whether you're in the middle of crashing out or just need a moment for some self-care, you can stitch your very own critter with twenty highly relatable designs that perfectly capture your current mood. Fan favorites include “Panic at the Desk-o,” “Persistent Possum,” and several other designs that radiate the energy of opening an email and immediately needing to lie down.

With guidance from author Emily Wall of The Artful Possum, you’ll get clear, encouraging instructions that are perfect for beginners, intermediates, and advanced embroiderers alike. Whether you’re stitching calmly or aggressively stabbing the fabric to cope, these patterns promise a finished piece that’s equal parts beautiful, hilarious, and just a little bit feral.

Patterns include:

• Panic at the Desk-o (sent one email and need 3–5 business days to recover)
• Persistent Possum (the horrors persist, but so do I)
• Life is a Party… and I’m the Piñata (taking hits but still festive somehow)
• I Need a Hedge-Hug (touch starved but spiky about it)
• And many more tiny creatures that are hanging on by a decorative thread!