Easy Crochet Plush Cat
Easy Crochet Plush Cat- Create an adorable and cuddly crochet cat with our easy-to-follow pattern, perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike.
Get ready to unleash your creativity with this Easy Crochet Plush Cat pattern! Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned crocheter, this delightful project is perfect for anyone looking to add a touch of handmade charm to their home or gift list. With just a few simple stitches and a bit of yarn, you’ll soon be cuddling up with your very own adorable crochet kitty. So grab your hooks and let’s get stitching!
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Easy Crochet Plush Cat
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Yarn: Loops & Threads Soft Classic in Gray
Hook: Size US H
Also needed: fiber fill, safety eyes, small amount of pink yarn for nose, yarn needle
Size: approximately 11 1/2 tall from the bottom of feet to the top of head (not including ears)
Pattern instructions:
For the Body:
(Make 2)
With the blue yarn, ch 23.
Row 1: 1 single crochet in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in each ch to end of ch. Turn. 22 sc.
Row 2: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc to end of row. Turn.
Repeat Row 2 until the piece measures approximately 4 1/2 inches, ending on a WS row.
Next Row: Ch 2 (counts as hdc). *Dcfp around next sc. Dcbp around next sc. Rep from * to the last sc. 1 hdc in last sc. Turn.
Next Row: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc to end of row. Cut blue yarn.
For the Head:
Row 1: With the gray yarn, ch 1. 1 sc in each st to end of row. Turn.
Rows 2-4: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc to end of row. Turn.
Next row: Ch 1. Sc2tog. 1 sc in each sc to last 2 sc. Sc2tog. Turn. 20 sts.
Repeat the last row, dec 2 sts every row to 10 sts. Fasten off.
For the Arms:
(Make 2)
With the gray yarn, ch 2.
Round 1: 8 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Join with sl st to first sc.
Round 2: Ch 1. 2 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc. (16 sc)
Rounds 3-5: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc.
Round 6: Ch 1. *Sc2tog. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc. Rep from * around. Break the gray yarn, join the blue yarn with sl st to first st. 12 sts.
Round 7: With the blue yarn, ch 1. 1 sc in each st around. Join with sl st to first sc.
Round 8: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc. Rep last rnd 5 times more. Fasten off at end of last rnd.
For the Legs:
(Make 2)
With the gray yarn, chain 2.
Round 1: 8 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Join with sl st to first sc.
Round 2: Ch 1. 2 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc. (16 sc)
Rounds 3-5: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc.
Rounds 6-13: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off at end of last rnd.
For the Ears:
(Make 4)
With the gray yarn, chain 6 sts.
Row 1: 1 single crochet in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in each ch to end of ch. Turn. (5 sc)
Rows 2-6: Single crochet across row.
Row 7: Decrease 1 stitch at both ends (3 sc)
Row 8: Decrease 1 stitch, sc (2 sc)
Row 9: Sc 2 sts together. Fasten off.
For the tail:
With the gray yarn, 8 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Join with sl st to first sc.
Sc each round until the tail measures 4 1/2 inches. Fasten off.
Finishing:
With the wrong sides of the Front and Back facing each other sew edges together, leaving opening at the top for stuffing. Stuff the body and add the safety eyes. Sew the edge closed. Stuff the arms and legs and sew onto the body. Sew the 2 sides of the Ears together and stuff. Repeat to make the other ear. Sew the ears to the top of the Head. Make and attach pom pom tail.
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