If you’re a beginner looking for a simple yet adorable project, this easy crochet cat tutorial is perfect for you! 🐱 In this step-by-step guide, I’ll show you how to crochet a cute cat from start to finish, using basic stitches and techniques that even beginners can master. Whether you’re crafting your first amigurumi or just looking for a fun crochet project, this tutorial will help you create a charming little crochet cat in no time. Let’s dive into this beginner-friendly crochet pattern!
What we need:
crochet hook(3.0mm)，Milk Cotton Yarns(-3mm -5ply)
Keyword:
Chain Stitch Foundation for Circular Crochet
Single Crochet
Triple Increase (or Three Single Crochet Increase)
Single Crochet Increase
Half-Double Crochet
Double Crochet
Treble Crochet
Picot Stitch or Single Crochet Picot
Slip Stitch
Distinguishing Between Back Loop and Front Loop
ABBREVIATIONS
Rnd -round(s)
[...] -in the same stitch
ch -chain
sc - single crochet
hdc -half double crochet
dc -double crochet
inc -increase(crochet a stitch two times into one stitch)
3sc inc - three single crochet increase
sl -slip stitch
tr -treble crochet
2ch SCP-Create a single crochet picot by chaining 2
DIAGRAM
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Rnd 1 |
7ch, from the 2nd stitch, 5sc, [3 sc in last chain], 4sc, inc |
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Rnd 2 |
[2ch, 3tr], dc, hdc, [sc, sl, ch], dc, [3dc, 2ch SCP, sc], inc, [sc, 2ch SCP, 3dc], dc, [ch, sl, sc], hdc, dc, [tr, 5ch, 5sl, 2tr], [2dc] |
Steps:
- Chain Stitch Foundation:
Crochet 7 chain stitches(ch). In the second-to-last chain's back loop, crochet the first single crochet(sc) and place a stitch marker.
2. Crocheting Single Crochets(sc):
Continue crocheting the remaining 4 single crochets(sc).
3. three single crochet increase(3sc inc):
In the same stitch, crochet 3 single crochets(sc) .
4. Rotating the Work:
Rotate the work 180 degrees clockwise, and continue crocheting on the other side of the chain stitches(ch) as shown.
5. Crocheting single crochets(sc):
Crochet 4 single crochets(sc).
6. Increasing Stitches:
In the next stitch, crochet 2 single crochets(sc).
7. Slip Stitch:
Remove the stitch marker from the first single crochet(sc), insert the hook into this stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, and pull through the loop on the hook (a slip stitch).
This completes the first round. The stitch where the slip stitch is made will be the first stitch of the second round.
8. Second Round:
Crochet 2 chain stitches(ch) to start the second round.
[2ch, 3tr], dc, hdc, [sc, sl, ch], dc, [3dc, 2ch SCP, sc], inc, [sc, 2ch SCP, 3dc], dc, [ch, sl, sc], hdc, dc, [tr, 5ch, 5sl, 2tr], [2dc]
Half-Double Crochet(hdc) :
- Double Crochet:
For double crochet(dc), yarn over, insert the hook, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through the first 2 loops on the hook, then yarn over and pull through the remaining 2 loops.
- Half-Double Crochet(hdc):
Yarn over, insert the hook, pull up a loop, yarn over, and pull through all 3 loops on the hook at once.
Single Crochet Picot by chaining 2 :
- Crochet 2chain stitches(ch)
2. Insert the hook into the two loops under the chain stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, and crochet a single crochet.
Complete the crochet according to the diagram.
Follow the diagram for crocheting, paying special attention to the [tr, 5ch, 5sl, 2tr] section.
For the “5ch, 5sl” steps, crochet 5 chain stitches, then starting from the second-to-last chain, work 4 slip stitches in the back loops.
The insertion point for the fifth slip stitch is shown in the photo.
Fasten off
The crochet of the little cat is complete!
Congratulations on completing your first crochet cat for beginners! 🎉 Whether you're making this as a gift or adding it to your collection of handmade creations, this project is a great way to build confidence in your crochet skills. Be sure to share your finished cat, and if you need any help along the way, feel free to ask in the comments. Check out my blog for more beginner crochet tutorials and patterns to keep your crochet journey going!
Happy Crafting!
