Cute Kitty Amigurumi Crochet Pattern – 7 Easy Steps to Create an Adorable Cat
Crochet an adorable white kitty with a red bow, blue and yellow overalls, and mini red apples. Includes US crochet instructions, materials and assembly tips.
Meet This Adorable Kitty Amigurumi
This Kitty Amigurumi Crochet Pattern features a white kitten with a red bow, yellow-and-cobalt-blue overalls and three miniature red apples. It makes a charming handmade display, birthday gift or seasonal decoration.
Learn how to crochet the individual pieces, embroider the face, assemble the kitty and create matching apples. All stitch terminology is US crochet terminology.
Kitty Amigurumi Crochet Pattern: Project Overview and Materials
Skill level: Intermediate. Hook: 2.3 mm. Construction: Pieces crocheted separately and sewn together. The original source does not specify finished size, gauge or yarn weight.
- White, yellow, cobalt blue, red and green yarn
- Dark brown and yellow embroidery floss
- Two 4-mm pink brads (optional decorative detail)
- 2.3-mm crochet hook, darning needle, scissors and polyester fiberfill
Safety: Brads and glued decorations can detach and pose choking hazards. Embroider the cheeks instead for a safer decorative version; do not place the item in a baby’s sleep space.
US Crochet Abbreviations
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| MR | Magic ring |
| ch | Chain |
| sc | Single crochet |
| inc | Increase (2 sc in one stitch) |
| inv dec | Invisible decrease |
| sl st | Slip stitch |
| st/sts | Stitch/stitches |
| FO | Fasten off |
Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise indicated. Numbers in parentheses show the stitch count at the end of the round.
Kitty Amigurumi Crochet Pattern: Head
Make one in white.
Round 1: 6 sc in MR (6).
Round 2: Inc around (12).
Round 3: [Inc, sc 1] around (18).
Round 4: [Inc, sc 2] around (24).
Round 5: [Inc, sc 3] around (30).
Round 6: [Inc, sc 4] around (36).
Round 7: [Inc, sc 5] around (42).
Round 8–12: Sc around (42).
Round 13: [Inv dec, sc 5] around (36).
Round 14: [Inv dec, sc 4] around (30).
Round 15: [Inv dec, sc 3] around (24).
Round 16: [Inv dec, sc 2] around (18). Stuff.
Round 17: [Inv dec, sc 1] around (12).
Round 18: Inv dec around (6). FO and weave in ends.
Body
Make one. Start in cobalt blue; change to yellow at Round 9.
Round 1: 6 sc in MR (6).
Round 2: Inc around (12).
Round 3: [Inc, sc 1] around (18).
Round 4: [Inc, sc 2] around (24).
Round 5–8: Sc around in cobalt blue (24).
Round 9: Change to yellow; sc around (24).
Round 10: [Inv dec, sc 2] around (18). FO, leave long tail for sewing and stuff.
Arms (Make Two)
Start in white and change to yellow for the final round.
Round 1: 7 sc in MR (7).
Round 2–4: Sc around in white (7).
Round 5: Change to yellow; sc around (7). FO, leave a long sewing tail and flatten.
Feet (Make Two)
Use white yarn.
Round 1: 5 sc in MR (5).
Round 2: Inc around (10).
Round 3: Sc around (10).
Round 4: Inv dec around (5). FO, weave in ends, thread a long tail through the center and flatten.
Ears (Make Two)
Use white yarn.
Round 1: 3 sc in MR (3).
Round 2: Inc around (6).
Round 3: [Inc, sc 1] around (9).
Round 4: Sc around (9). FO, leave a long sewing tail and flatten.
Tail
Use white yarn.
Round 1: 7 sc in MR (7).
Round 2: Sc around (7). FO, weave in ends and leave a long tail for sewing.
Red Bow
Use red yarn. The source gives the following instructions, but the rotation and stitch placement are ambiguous and should be verified with a test sample.
Row 1: Ch 6.
Row 2: Sc 4, 3 sc in last st. Rotate work.
Row 3: Sc 9, 3 sc in last st. Rotate work.
Row 4: Sc 11, 3 sc in last st.
FO. Thread tail through center; wrap it around the center about four times, then bring the excess yarn to the back. Make a separate center: 5 sc in MR (5), FO and sew to the bow center, leaving a long sewing tail.
Embroider the Face
Nose
With yellow embroidery floss, mark the center of the head and make repeated horizontal backstitches between two points to form a small nose.
Eyes
With dark brown floss, mark each eye about three stitches from the nose. Make repeated vertical backstitches between the same points.
Whiskers
With dark brown floss, mark a point three stitches from each eye. Make a horizontal backstitch two stitches long, leave a one-stitch vertical gap and repeat for upper and lower whiskers.
Cheeks
The original uses two pink 4-mm brads glued to the cheeks. For a safer decorative alternative, embroider the pink cheeks instead.
Assemble Your Kitty Amigurumi Crochet Pattern
- Sew the head securely to the stuffed body.
- Attach both arms, feet, ears and tail in the positions shown in the reference photo.
- Sew the red bow to the top-left side of the head (viewed from the front).
- Thread cobalt blue yarn through a darning needle and sew a loop from the front to the back of each arm to form the overall straps.
Mini Red Crochet Apples (Make Three)
Use red yarn for each apple.
Round 1: 5 sc in MR (5).
Round 2: Inc around (10).
Round 3: [Inc, sc 1] around (15).
Round 4–6: Sc around (15).
Round 7: [Inv dec, sc 1] around (10).
Round 8: Inv dec around (5). FO, leaving a long tail.
Thread the tail through the top, make one backstitch and bring it down to the bottom. Pull gently to indent the top. A small amount of fiberfill may be added before closing if desired.
Apple Leaf
With green yarn, ch 3. Sc in second ch from hook, then sc in next ch. FO, leaving a long end, and sew the leaf to the apple top.
Stem
Thread a short piece of green yarn through the top and trim it to form a stem. The source suggests a dab of glue to stiffen it; omit glue if making an item that could be handled by children.
Kitty Amigurumi Crochet Pattern: Tips for a Neat Finish
Maintain even tension, mark the beginning of rounds, add stuffing gradually, embroider facial details before sewing on the body and secure all seams. Keep the color changes neat, especially at Round 9 of the body and Round 5 of the arms.
When to Gift or Display Your Crochet Kitty
This kawaii cat makes a sweet birthday present for cat lovers, a Valentine’s Day decoration thanks to its red bow, a Christmas shelf ornament, or a handmade craft fair display. It can also decorate a nursery shelf when placed safely out of children’s reach.
Customize Your Amigurumi
Personalize this Kitty Amigurumi Crochet Pattern with a pink or lavender bow, mint-colored overalls or yellow and green apples. Keep yarn weights consistent to preserve the proportions.
Kitty Amigurumi Crochet Pattern: Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a beginner crochet project?
Intermediate skills are recommended because of the small pieces, color changes, embroidery and assembly.
What size hook is used?
The original materials list specifies a 2.3-mm crochet hook.
Can I make the apples separately?
Yes. Repeat the apple rounds and add a green leaf and stem to each.
Is this safe for babies?
Not as shown: glued brads are small detachable parts. Keep decorative versions away from babies and young children.
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Final Thoughts
This Kitty Amigurumi Crochet Pattern pairs a cheerful white cat with a red bow, colorful overalls and tiny handmade apples. Take your time with the details and enjoy personalizing your new crochet creation. Happy crocheting!