Amigurumi Mr. Cat Free Pattern – Crochet Your Adorable Feline Friend

Welcome to the world of amigurumi crafting! If you’re a crochet enthusiast looking for a fun and rewarding project, you’ve come to the right place. In this tutorial, we’ll provide you with a free pattern and step-by-step instructions to make your very own amigurumi Mr. Cat. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, this cute cat plushie is a delightful project that you can enjoy creating.

Amigurumi is the art of crocheting or knitting stuffed toys and animals. It allows you to bring your favorite characters and creatures to life through the magic of yarn and a hook. Our Mr. Cat pattern is perfect for both beginners and experienced crafters, and the end result is a lovable feline friend that you can keep for yourself or gift to someone special.

So, gather your crochet supplies, choose your favorite yarn colors, and let’s embark on this amigurumi adventure together. By the end of this tutorial, you’ll have a delightful amigurumi cat to call your own.

Materials: 

Yarn “Children’s Novelty,” 100% acrylic, 50g/200m 

White, black (25g each), a tiny bit of red 

Crochet hook 1.25mm 

Black seed beads (6/0) for eyes, 2 pieces 

Black embroidery floss 

Cardboard circle with a diameter of 7.5cm 

When using the specified materials, the toy measures approximately 15cm in height. 

Abbreviations: 

SC – Single Crochet 

CH – Chain 

MR – Magic Ring (also known as a Magic Circle) 

HDC – Half Double Crochet 

INC – Increase 

DEC – Decrease 

DC – Double Crochet 

F/O – Fasten Off 

Donut Base: 

At the end of each row, make a slip stitch (SL ST) and chain 2 (CH 2). 

Round 1: 6 SC into MR (Magic Ring). 

Round 2: (INC HDC) repeat 6 times. 

Round 3: (INC HDC, HDC) repeat 6 times. 

Round 4: (HDC, INC HDC, HDC) repeat 6 times. 

Round 5: (2 HDC, INC HDC, HDC) repeat 6 times. 

Round 6: (3 HDC, INC HDC, HDC) repeat 6 times. 

Body: 

Continue crocheting in spirals. 

Round 7: 60 SC in the back loops only (BLO). 

Round 8: (13 SC, DEC) repeat 4 times. 

Round 9: 56 SC. 

Round 10: 56 SC. 

Round 11: (12 SC, DEC) repeat 4 times. 

Rounds 12-13: 52 SC. 

Round 14: 52 SC. 

Round 15: (11 SC, DEC) repeat 4 times. 

Rounds 16-17: 48 SC. 

Round 18: 48 SC. 

Round 19: (10 SC, DEC) repeat 4 times. 

Rounds 20-21: 44 SC. 

Round 22: 44 SC. 

Round 23: (9 SC, DEC) repeat 4 times. 

Rounds 24-25: 40 SC. 

Round 26: 40 SC. 

Round 27: (8 SC, DEC) repeat 4 times. 

Rounds 28-29: 36 SC. 

Round 30: 36 SC. 

Round 31: (7 SC, DEC) repeat 4 times. 

Rounds 32-33: 32 SC. 

Rounds 34-43: 10 rows of 32 SC. 

Don’t forget to stuff the body firmly. 

First Ear: 

Round 44: 8 SC, count 12 SC backward, join the rounds together to form the ear. 

Round 45: 5 SC, DEC, 5 SC. 

Round 46: 4 SC, DEC, (1 SC, DEC) repeat 4 times, 1 SC, SL ST, fasten off, and hide the tail. 

Second Ear: 

Round 44: Join white yarn, 4 SC in both halves, 5 SC, DEC, 5 SC. 

Round 45: 4 SC, DEC, (1 SC, DEC) repeat 4 times, 1 SC, SL ST, fasten off, and hide the tail. 

Tail: 

Round 1: 5 SC in MR. 

Round 2: (INC SC) repeat 5 times. 

Round 3: (1 SC, INC SC) repeat 5 times. 

Rounds 4-6: Three rows of 15 SC. 

Rounds 7-11: Five rows of 15 SC. 

Rounds 12-15: Four rows of 15 SC. 

Rounds 16-19: Four rows of 15 SC. 

Rounds 20-23: Four rows of 15 SC. 

Rounds 24-27: Four rows of 15 SC. 

Rounds 28-31: Four rows of 15 SC. 

Rounds 32-33: Two rows of 15 SC. 

Stuff the tail firmly. 

Round 34: (1 SC, DEC) repeat 5 times. 

Round 35: DEC five times, pull the loop tight, hide the tail, and sew it to the body. 

Scarf: 

Round 1: CH 34, join to form a ring with a SL ST, CH 1. 

Round 2: 34 SC, SL ST, CH 1. 

Round 3: 34 SC, SL ST, fasten off, and hide the ends. 

Thank you for your attention, and happy crocheting!