Free Masterclass Crochet Cat

Free Masterclass: Crochet Cat. Author Unknown. Translation by Krohatun

In this free masterclass, you will learn how to crochet a cute cat. This cat is perfect for any amigurumi project, and the face is completely embroidered. You can add cheek blush and hang a bell around its neck for an extra touch of cuteness.

Materials and Tools

  • Yarn: Two colors (white and gray)
  • Crochet Hook: Appropriate size for the yarn
  • Toy Filler
  • Thread for the Collar
  • Bell
  • Dry Pastel or Blush for cheeks
  • Needle for Attaching Details
  • Scissors

You can purchase all necessary materials here.

Crochet Abbreviations

KA – Magic Ring

vp – Chain Stitch

sc – Single Crochet (sc)

pr – Increase

decrease

(…) x n — Repeat n times

Amigurumi Instructions for the Crochet Cat

Arms (Make 2 Pieces)

Using White Yarn:

  1. Round 1: 6 sc into KA
  2. Round 2: (2 sc, increase) x 2 (8)
    Using Gray Yarn:
  3. Rounds 3-4: 8 sc

Fasten off the yarn and cut it.

Legs (Make 2 Pieces)

Using White Yarn:

  1. Round 1: 6 sc into KA
  2. Round 2: (1 sc, increase) x 3 (9)
    Using Gray Yarn:
  3. Round 3: 9 sc

Fasten off the yarn and cut it only on one leg.

Body

Now continue working using the yarn from the second leg.

  1. Round 1: Chain 6, 9 sc along the first leg, 6 sc along the chain, 9 sc along the second leg, 6 sc along the chain (30)
  2. Rounds 2-9: 8 rounds of 30 sc
  3. Round 10: 3 sc, 4 sc through the arm loops, 11 sc, 4 sc through the arm loops, 8 sc (30)
  4. Round 11: 3 sc, 4 sc through the remaining arm loops, 11 sc, 4 sc through the arm loops, 8 sc (30)
  5. Round 12: (3 sc, decrease) x 6 (24)

Using White Yarn:

  1. Round 13: Work through the front loops: (3 sc, increase) x 6 (30)
  2. Round 14: (2 sc, increase, 2 sc) x 6 (36)
  3. Rounds 15-18: 4 rounds of 36 sc
    Using Gray Yarn:
  4. Rounds 19-20: 2 rounds of 36 sc
  5. Round 21: (2 sc, decrease, 2 sc) x 6 (30)
  6. Round 22: 30 sc
  7. Round 23: (3 sc, decrease) x 6 (24)
  8. Round 24: (1 sc, decrease, 1 sc) x 6 (18)
  9. Round 25: (1 sc, decrease) x 6 (12)
  10. Round 26: 6 decreases

Fasten off the yarn and cut it.

Ears (Make 2 Pieces)

Using Gray Yarn and a Smaller Hook than the One Used for the Body:

  1. Round 1: 4 sc into KA
  2. Round 2: (1 sc, increase) x 2 (6)
  3. Round 3: (1 sc, increase) x 3 (9)
  4. Round 4: (2 sc, increase) x 3 (12)

Tail

Using Gray Yarn:

  1. Chain 13, from the second chain from the hook: 12 sc.

Face

Crochet two small pieces: 8 sc into a KA with a smaller hook than the one used for the body.

Assembly

  • Attach the ears, tail, and face to the body.
  • Make a collar out of yarn and attach a bell.
  • Optionally, use dry pastel or blush to add cheek color.

Your cute crochet cat is ready!

This is a simple and adorable crochet project for making a cat that can be used as a decoration, a toy, or a gift. Enjoy crafting!