Materials You Will Need:
Yarn:
- Cotton Sport Weight (for a 5 cm / 2-inch cat):
- Grey Catania Cotton, Color: 172
- Dark Grey Catania Cotton, Color: 429
- Black Catania Cotton, Color: 110
- Chenille Super Bulky (for a 10 cm / 4-inch cat):
- Grey Chenille Yarn
- Dark Grey Chenille Yarn
- Black Chenille Yarn
Hook Size:
- 2.5 mm hook for the Cotton Sport Weight
- 5.0 mm hook for the Chenille Super Bulky
Other Supplies:
- Synthetic Poly Filling
- Scissors
- Tapestry Needles (Blunt point, Nr. 16 or 17)
- Pins
Finished Measurements:
- Cotton Sport Weight: ~5 cm (2 inches) tall
- Chenille Super Bulky: ~10 cm (4 inches) tall
Abbreviations:
- Rnd: Round
- sc: Single Crochet
- inc: Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
- dec: Decrease (single crochet two stitches together)
- st: Stitch
- slst: Slip Stitch
- ch: Chain
Special Stitches:
- Magic Ring: Start with an adjustable loop to create a tight, seamless circle.
- Invisible Decrease: Crocheting through the front loops only of two stitches.
Round-by-Round Tutorial for the Amigurumi Small Cat Pattern:
Head:
- Rnd 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring (6 sts). Tighten the ring.
- Rnd 2: Inc in each st around (12 sts). Work 2 sc into each stitch.
- Rnd 3: Sc in the next st, inc in the next st, repeat around (18 sts). This will increase the circumference.
- Rnd 4: Sc in the next 2 sts, inc in the next st, repeat around (24 sts). The head is starting to expand.
- Rnd 5-6: Sc in each st around (24 sts). These rounds are just for building height.
- Rnd 7: Sc in the next 2 sts, dec in the next st, repeat around (18 sts). Begin shaping the head.
- Rnd 8: Sc in the next st, dec in the next st, repeat around (12 sts). Narrowing the head further.
- Rnd 9: Dec around (6 sts). Close up the head, leaving a small opening for stuffing.
- Finish off and leave a long tail for sewing.
Body:
- Rnd 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring (6 sts). Start the body with a small circle.
- Rnd 2: Inc in each st around (12 sts).
- Rnd 3: Sc in the next st, inc in the next st, repeat around (18 sts).
- Rnd 4: Sc in the next 2 sts, inc in the next st, repeat around (24 sts).
- Rnd 5-7: Sc in each st around (24 sts). These rounds are for building height without increasing.
- Rnd 8: Sc in the next 2 sts, dec in the next st, repeat around (18 sts).
- Rnd 9: Sc in the next st, dec in the next st, repeat around (12 sts).
- Rnd 10: Dec around (6 sts).
- Finish off and leave a long tail for sewing.
Ears (Make 2):
- Rnd 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring (6 sts).
- Rnd 2: Inc in each st around (12 sts).
- Rnd 3: Sc in the next 2 sts, inc in the next st, repeat around (16 sts).
- Rnd 4: Sc in each st around (16 sts).
- Rnd 5: Sc in the next 2 sts, dec in the next st, repeat around (12 sts).
- Finish off and leave a long tail for sewing.
Legs (Make 4):
- Rnd 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring (6 sts).
- Rnd 2: Inc in each st around (12 sts).
- Rnd 3: Sc in each st around (12 sts).
- Rnd 4: Sc in the next st, dec in the next st, repeat around (8 sts).
- Rnd 5: Sc in each st around (8 sts).
- Finish off and leave a long tail for sewing.
Tail:
- Rnd 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring (6 sts).
- Rnd 2: Sc in each st around (6 sts).
- Rnd 3: Sc in the next st, inc in the next st, repeat around (9 sts).
- Rnd 4-6: Sc in each st around (9 sts).
- Rnd 7: Sc in the next 2 sts, dec in the next st, repeat around (6 sts).
- Finish off and leave a long tail for sewing.
Assembly Instructions:
Now that all the pieces are completed, it’s time to assemble your little Amigurumi cat!
- Head to Body: Sew the head to the body, using the long yarn tail left at the end of the head. Be sure to securely attach it.
- Before you completely close the head and body, stuff both parts with synthetic poly filling to give them a soft, plush texture.
- Attaching the Ears: Position the ears symmetrically on top of the head and sew them securely in place.
- Attaching the Legs: Position the legs at the bottom of the body. Use the long yarn tails to sew them on, ensuring they are evenly spaced and securely attached.
- Attaching the Tail: Sew the tail onto the back of the body, slightly off-center to the side.
- Facial Features: Embroider or sew the eyes, nose, and mouth using black yarn. You can also use safety eyes if preferred. These small touches give your cat its personality!
- Weave in Loose Ends: Finally, weave in all loose ends using a tapestry needle. This will ensure a clean and neat finish.
Final Touches:
Your Amigurumi Small Cat Pattern is now ready! You can customize the colors of the yarn for a unique look or add accessories like a little scarf or bow. Enjoy your crocheted creation!
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