Cat with Hat Amigurimi Free Pattern

Cat with Hat Amigurimi

Create an adorable crochet cat with a cute hat! This beginner-friendly amigurumi pattern includes step-by-step instructions for crocheting the head, body, tail, ears, and an adorable hat with a leaf accent. Each part uses simple stitches, perfect for beginners who want to practice their amigurumi skills.

Materials Needed:

• Yarn in desired colors (e.g., gray for the cat, any color for the hat, green for the leaf)
• Crochet hook (size recommended for your yarn)
• Stuffing (polyester fiberfill)
• Safety eyes (around 8-10mm)
• Yarn needle for sewing parts together
• Scissors

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Abbreviations:

• mR = magic ring
• sc = single crochet
• inc = increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
• dec = decrease (single crochet decrease)
• sl st = slip stitch
• ch = chain
• BLO = back loop only
• bs = bobble stitch (for added texture)

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Head

1. Round 1: Start with a magic ring, make 6 sc in the ring. (6 stitches)

• Sl st, ch 1.

1. Round 2: 6 inc (make 2 sc in each stitch around). (12)

• Sl st, ch 1.

1. Round 3: (1 sc, 1 inc) x 6. (18)

• Sl st, ch 1.

1. Round 4: (1 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc) x 6. (24)

• Sl st, ch 1.

1. Round 5: (3 sc, 1 inc) x 6. (30)

• Sl st, ch 1.

1. Rounds 6-9: Sc in each stitch around. (4 rounds of 30 sc)
2. Round 10: 28 sc, 1 dec. (29)

• Sl st, ch 1.

1. Round 11: (1 dec, 1 sc) x 9, 1 dec. (19)

• Sl st and fasten off.

Body

1. Round 1: Start with a magic ring, make 6 sc in the ring. (6)

• Sl st, ch 1.

1. Round 2: 6 inc. (12)

• Sl st, ch 1.

1. Round 3: (1 sc, 1 inc) x 6. (18)

• Sl st, ch 1.

1. Round 4: (1 sc, 1 dec, 1 sc) x 6. (24)

• Sl st, ch 1.

1. Round 5: 6 sc, bs, 3 sc, bs, 2 sc, bs, 3 sc, bs, 6 sc. (24)

• Sl st, ch 1.

1. Round 6: Sc in each stitch around. (24)

• Sl st, ch 1.

1. Round 7: 1 sc, 1 dec, 18 sc, 1 dec, 1 sc. (22)

• Sl st, ch 1.

1. Round 8: Sc in each stitch around. (22)

• Sl st, ch 1.

1. Round 9: (4 sc, 1 dec) x 3, 4 sc. (19)

• Sl st and fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Tail

1. Round 1: Start with a magic ring, make 6 sc in the ring. (6)
2. Rounds 2-3: Sc in each stitch around. (6)
3. Round 4: 2 sc, 1 dec, 2 sc. (5)

• Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.

Ears (Make 2)

1. Round 1: Start with a magic ring, make 4 sc in the ring. (4)
2. Round 2: 4 inc. (8)

• Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.

Hat

1. Round 1: Start with a magic ring, make 6 sc in the ring. (6)
2. Round 2: 6 inc. (12)
3. Round 3: (1 sc, 1 inc) x 6. (18)
4. Round 4: (1 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc) x 6. (24)
5. Round 5: 1 dec, 6 sc, 1 inc, 6 sc, 1 inc, 6 sc, 1 dec. (24)
6. Round 6: (BLO) 1 dec, 6 sc, 1 inc, 6 sc, 1 inc, 6 sc, 1 dec. (24)
7. Rounds 7-11: Sc in each stitch around. (5 rounds of 24 sc)

• Turn around at the end of every round.

1. Round 12: 6 sc, 4 ch (skip 4 sc), 1 sc, 1 dec (BLO), 1 sc, 4 ch (skip 4 sc), 6 sc. (23)
2. Round 13: 1 inc, 2 sc, 1 dec, 13 sc, 1 dec, 2 sc, 1 inc. (23)
3. Round 14: Sc in each stitch around. (23)

Leaf (Optional)

1. Start with a magic ring.
2. Petals: (3 ch, sc, hdc, sl st) x 5 around the magic ring.

• Pull tight and fasten off.

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Assembly

1. Attach Safety Eyes: Insert safety eyes between rounds 7 and 8 on the head.
2. Stuff and Sew Parts:

• Stuff the head, body, and tail lightly, then sew the head to the body, and attach the tail to the back.
• Sew on the ears at the top of the head, one on each side.

1. Add the Hat: Position the hat on top of the head and sew in place. Attach the leaf to the side of the hat for a cute touch.

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Final Touches (Optional)

Add small details like blush with fabric paint or embroidered whiskers to give your cat some personality!

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This cutty cat with a hat makes a perfect gift or keepsake. Enjoy making this little amigurumi friend, and happy crocheting!