Crochet Cute Mini Cat Loaf Amigurumi Pattern – Free
Whip up some fun with crochet Cute Mini Cat Loaf Amigurumi—create an irresistibly adorable, pocket-sized feline buddy with ease!
This pattern guides you through making an irresistibly adorable, loaf-shaped cat with intricate details and a cozy, soft texture. The endearing appearance of this mini cat loaf adds a playful accent to any room, making it perfect as a delightful decoration or a heartfelt gift. Suitable for both beginners and seasoned crocheters, the pattern is straightforward and enjoyable to follow.
Crochet Mini Cat Loaf Pattern
Completing this amigurumi project provides a sense of accomplishment and relaxation. The versatile and compact design means it can easily fit into various settings, from a child’s toy collection to a desk ornament. Enjoy the benefits of this project by enhancing your crochet skills while producing something both beautiful and functional. With this pattern, adding a cute and cozy touch to your surroundings has never been easier.
Materials Needed:
- Yarn in colors of your choice
- Crochet hook (size according to yarn weight)
- Stitch marker
- Yarn needle
- Fiberfill or scrap yarns for stuffing
- Safety eyes or yarn for eyes
- Optional: keychain ring or strap
Pattern Overview:
Making the Body:
- Start with a magic ring.
Round 1:
- Make 6 single crochets (sc) into the magic ring.
Round 2:
- Increase (inc) in each stitch around (12 stitches).
For Round 3:
- 1 sc, 1 inc repeat around (18 stitches).
Round 4:
- 2 sc, 1 inc repeat around (24 stitches).
Round 5:
- 3 sc, 1 inc repeat around (30 stitches).
In Rounds 6-14:
- 1 sc in each stitch around (30 stitches for each round).
Round 15:
- 3 sc, 1 decrease (dec) repeat around (24 stitches).
Round 16:
- 2 sc, 1 dec repeat around (18 stitches).
For Round 17:
- 1 sc, 1 dec repeat around; start stuffing the body (12 stitches).
Round 18:
- 6 decreases; finish stuffing; fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Sew the hole closed.
Making the Ears (Make 2):
Create a slip knot, then chain 2.
- Skip the first chain from the hook, 1 sc in the second chain.
- Make 3 double crochets (dc) in the same chain.
- Complete with 1 sc in the same chain, then a slip stitch (sl st) to finish. Leave a long tail for sewing.
Sewing and Assembling:
Sew the ears onto the body at desired positions, usually starting around Rounds 5 or 6.
- Attach safety eyes between Rounds 1 and 2, with approximately 6 stitches between them. Alternatively, embroider the eyes with yarn.
- Embroider a nose and mouth if desired.
- If making a keychain, attach the keychain ring or strap to the top of the cat’s back.
Tail (Optional):
Make a slip knot, attached to the back of the cat, chain 10 (or desired length).
- Create a series of half-double crochets (hdc) back down the chain for tail thickness, fasten off.
- Sew the tail to the body.
Color Changes (For a Multi-Colored Cat):
- If creating a cat with different colors (e.g., for ears or tail), change colors as described in the pattern where applicable, typically by completing the last yarn over of a stitch with the new color.
Completion:
- Weave in all loose ends. Add any additional embellishments or features as desired.
