The neat bow around the neck gives a stylish touch and makes the kitty look even more cheerful and fun. It feels light soft and pleasant to hold which makes it comforting for kids during playtime or rest time. The balanced shape and sweet face give it an attractive appearance from every side. This adorable piece brings joy comfort and playful beauty together in one delightful little creation that fills any space with warmth and happiness.

Amigurumi Cat Plushie Crochet Pattern

Materials

• Yarn: Bulky weight yarn (e.g. Chenille, Velvet, or Blanket yarn) in chosen main color and accent color(s)
• Hook: US size J/10 (6.0 mm) or recommended for your yarn
• Safety Eyes and Optional Safety Nose: 12 mm (or desired size)
• Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill or polyfill
• Tapestry needle: For sewing parts and weaving in ends
• Stitch marker
• Scissors
• Optional: Blush powder/pastel, chopsticks (to help with placement), lighted crochet hook (for dark yarn)

Abbreviations (US Terminology)

• MR: Magic ring
• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• inc: increase (2 sc in next stitch)
• dec: decrease (sc 2 together, worked in front loops only if stated)
• sl st: slip stitch
• st(s): stitch(es)
• FO: fasten off

Special Notes

• This pattern is worked in the round in a continuous spiral. Use a stitch marker to help mark the first stitch of each round.
• Use front loop decreases (invisible decrease) where mentioned.
• Stuff the cat firmly as you go for best shaping.
• Use a yarn needle for all sewing and embroidery.

Pattern Instructions

Legs (Make 2)

First Leg:

1. Start: With main color, make a MR (magic ring).
2. Rnd 1: 8 sc into MR. (8 sts)
3. Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (16 sts)
4. Rnd 3: Sc in each st around. (16 sts)
5. Rnd 4: Turn piece inside out at the end of this round for neater shaping.
   • 4 sc, 4 dec, 4 sc. (12 sts)
6. Rnd 5: 4 sc, 2 dec, 4 sc. (10 sts)
7. Rnd 6: Stuff lightly. Sc in each st around. (10 sts)
8. Rnd 7: 3 sc, FO. (Leave a long tail for sewing later if needed)

Set aside first leg.

Second Leg:
Repeat steps 1-7, but do NOT fasten off after round 7. Keep your yarn attached-this will be the starting point for joining the legs.

Joining the Legs & Body

1. Chain 1 with attached yarn.
2. Insert your hook into any stitch of the completed first leg (preferably the stitch next to where you fastened off).
3. Slip stitch to join.
4. Sc 10 around first leg (hide tail as you go).
5. Work sc in chain between legs if you wish a fuller join.
6. Sc 10 around second leg.
   • Now you should have a continuous round of 20 sts.

Body

1. Rnd 1: 10 sc around first leg, sc in ch-1 space, 10 sc around second leg. (20-22 sts depending on if ch and join are counted)
2. Rnd 2: 10 sc, inc; repeat around both legs (work until you have two increases, one per leg). (22-24 sts)
3. Rnd 3: [5 sc, inc] repeat four times. (28 sts)
4. Stuff as you go.
5. Rnd 4-7: Sc in each st around. (4 rounds of 28 sts)
6. Rnd 8-11: [5 sc, dec] repeat around (work 4 rounds). (24 then 20 then 16 then 12 sts)
   • Continue stuffing firmly.

Neck

1. Rnd 12: [4 sc, dec] repeat around. (10 sts)
2. Rnd 13: [2 sc, dec] repeat around. (8 sts)

Head

1. Rnd 1: Inc in each st around. (16 sts)
2. Rnd 2: [8 sc, inc] repeat 4 times. (20 sts)
3. Rnd 3: Sc in each st around. (20 sts)
4. Rnd 4: [2 sc, dec] around. (15 sts)
5. Add safety eyes between rounds 6 and 7 of the head (from the neck up).
6. Stuff the head firmly.
7. Rnd 5: [sc, dec] repeat around. (10 sts)
8. Rnd 6: Dec in each st around. (5 sts)
9. FO, leave a long tail. Use yarn needle to weave through front loops and cinch closed. Weave in and hide tail.

Arms (Make 2)

1. Start: With main color, MR.
2. Rnd 1: 8 sc in MR. (8 sts)
3. Rnd 2: [3 sc, inc] twice. (10 sts)
4. Rnd 3-7: Sc in each st around for 5 rounds. (10 sts)
5. FO. Leave long tail.
6. Flatten arm (no stuffing required unless desired), sew end closed.

Ears (Make 2)

1. Start: With main color, MR.
2. Rnd 1: 4 sc in MR. (4 sts)
3. Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (8 sts)
4. Rnd 3: [sc, inc] repeat around. (12 sts)
5. Rnd 4: Sc in each st around. (12 sts)
6. FO, leave a long tail.
7. Flatten, sew end closed.

Bow Tie

Main Bow:

1. Ch 7.
2. Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. (6 sts)
3. Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc across. (6 sts)
4. Repeat Row 2 for 2-3 more rows for desired width (total about 4-5 rows).
5. FO, weave in ends.

Bow Center:

1. Ch 3.
2. FO.
3. Pinch the middle of the bow piece, wrap the chain around and use ends to tie/secure at the back.

Finishing

1. Sew on Arms:
   • Position at the sides of the body at neck level.
   • Use a chopstick or pin to hold in place.
   • For relaxed arms, stitch the bottom of the arms down to the sides after attaching.
2. Sew on Ears:
   • Attach toward the top sides of the head as desired.
3. Sew on Bow Tie:
   • Attach either at neck or side of head, as preferred.
4. Add Details:
   • Embroider or attach a safety nose.
   • Embroider whiskers using thin yarn or embroidery thread.
   • Add blush using powder, fabric paint, or blush pencil if desired.
   • For face shaping, sew through the head between the eyes and pull gently to shape.

Conclusion

Your adorable amigurumi cat plushie is now complete! Personalize your cat by changing the colors, adding a bow or other accessories, and embroidering unique facial features. This project is easily customizable and makes a sweet gift or keepsake.

Pattern Corrections & Tips

• When joining the legs, if you end up with one extra stitch, simply decrease at the side in the next round to maintain symmetry.
• Keep the stitch count consistent, especially with invisible decreases.
• When placing safety eyes, always check symmetry before snapping backs.
• For face shaping, use a firm, even pull when cinching for a sculpted effect.
• Optional: Lighted hooks help when working with dark yarn.
• If your arms stick up more than you like, tack them down to the body with a couple of stitches underneath for a natural look.