Crochet Your Own Adorable Slim Kitty: Free Pattern!

Welcome to Crochetto! Get ready to fall in love with these charming Slim Kitties. Designed by the talented @vsevyazanoe, this free pattern offers three delightful versions of our popular Slim Kitty, perfect for quick and satisfying crochet projects. Whether you’re looking for a classic companion, a slightly narrower friend, or a tiny pocket pal, this pattern has you covered. Each version is designed to be stuffed as you go, making the process smooth and enjoyable.

This wonderful pattern has been generously provided by the talented designer @vsevyazanoe. While you’re welcome to make and share as many kitties as you like, please remember to credit @vsevyazanoe as the original designer when sharing your finished creations. This pattern is for personal use and may be distributed, but not republished under a different name.

General Notes & Tips:

• Stuff the toy as you go for best results.
• When finishing, cut yarn, fasten off, close the hole, and hide the yarn end securely.

Kitty 1: The Original Slim Kitty

This version creates the adorable Slim Kitty featured on the pattern cover.

Pattern Instructions:

1. 7 CH, starting from the 2nd stitch from the hook: inc, 4 sc, 4 sc in one stitch, on the other side: 4 sc, inc (16)
2. (3 sc, inc) x 4 (20)
3. Inc, paw (puff stitch from 3 dc), 6 sc, paw, 2 inc, 4 sc, tail (7 CH, starting from the 2nd stitch from the hook: 6 sl st, sl st into the base of the tail), 4 sc, inc (24)
4. 24 sc
5. 24 sc
6. Dec, 9 sc, dec, 11 sc (22)
7. 2 sc, paw, 5 sc, paw, 13 sc (22)
8. 22 sc
9. 22 sc
10. 22 sc
11. 22 sc

Ears:

Attach yarn to the head and crochet into one stitch: hdc, tr, hdc

Finishing:

12. (1 sc, dec) x 7, 1 sc (15)
13. 7 dec + additional dec (7)

Cut yarn, fasten off, close the hole, hide the yarn end.

Kitty 2: Slim Kitty with Narrowed Body

This version features a slightly narrower body after the paws, giving it a distinct silhouette.

Pattern Instructions:

1. 7 CH, starting from the 2nd stitch from the hook: inc, 4 sc, 4 sc in one stitch, on the other side: 4 sc, inc (16)
2. (3 sc, inc) x 4 (20)
3. Inc, paw (puff stitch from 3 dc), 6 sc, paw, 2 inc, 4 sc, tail (7 CH, starting from the 2nd stitch from the hook: 6 sl st, sl st into the base of the tail), 4 sc, inc (24)
4. 24 sc
5. 24 sc
6. Dec, 9 sc, dec, 11 sc (22)
7. 2 sc, paw, 5 sc, paw, 13 sc (22)

Ears:

Attach yarn to the head and crochet into one stitch: hdc, tr, hdc

Finishing:

8. dec, 7 sc, dec, 11 sc (20). Decreases should be on the sides of the body above the paws.
9. 20 sc
10. 20 sc
11. 20 sc
12. 20 sc
13. (2 sc, dec) x 5 (15)
14. 7 dec + additional dec (7)

Cut yarn, fasten off, close the hole, hide the yarn end.

Kitty 3: Mini Slim Kitty

Perfect for a tiny charm or a quick gift, this mini version packs all the cuteness into a smaller package.

Pattern Instructions:

1. 5 CH, starting from the 2nd stitch from the hook: inc, 2 sc, 4 sc in one stitch, on the other side: 2 sc, inc (12)
2. (2 sc, inc) x 4 (16)
3. 2 inc, paw (puff stitch from 3 dc), 3 sc, paw, 2 inc, 4 sc, tail (5 CH, starting from the 2nd stitch from the hook: 4 sl st, sl st into the base of the tail), 3 sc (24)

Ears:

Attach yarn to the head and crochet into one stitch: hdc, tr, hdc

Finishing:

4. 20 sc
5. 1 sc, dec, 8 sc, dec, 7 sc (18)
6. 4 sc, paw, 2 sc, paw, 10 sc (18)
7. 18 sc
8. 18 sc
9. 18 sc
10. (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
11. 6 dec

Cut yarn, fasten off, close the hole, hide the yarn end.

Share Your Crocheted Kitties!

We hope you had a fantastic time crocheting your adorable Slim Kitty! There’s nothing we love more than seeing your finished projects come to life. Share your creations on social media and tag us @Crochetto_official (and don’t forget to credit @vsevyazanoe for this wonderful design!). Stay tuned to the Crochetto blog for more free patterns, tips, and inspiration to fuel your next crafting adventure. Happy crocheting!