Welcome to the world of delightful crochet creations! If you’re a fan of amigurumi and love adding a touch of whimsy to your crafting, you’re in for a treat. In this post, we’re thrilled to share a free pattern for creating an irresistibly cute bow tie cat amigurumi. Whether you’re a seasoned crochet enthusiast or just starting your crafting journey, this project is perfect for you.
Imagine gifting or decorating with a handmade amigurumi cat toy that not only showcases your skills but also brings a smile to anyone who sees it. With our easy-to-follow pattern, you’ll be guided through each step, making the process enjoyable and rewarding.
Grab your crochet hooks, select your favorite yarn colors, and let’s embark on a journey of creativity together. This bow tie cat amigurumi is not only a delightful project for personal enjoyment but also a fantastic handmade gift idea.
Get ready to infuse cuteness into your crafting routine – let’s dive into the world of crochet and bring this charming bow tie cat amigurumi to life!
Height: 20 cm.
Materials:
GAZZAL “CITY” yarn (450 m/100 g) or any yarn of your choice in the main color.
A small amount of pink yarn for the nose, white yarn for the eyes, and black yarn for the facial features and paws.
Crochet hook No. 3 or another suitable one for your yarn.
Beads for the eyes.
Filling material.
Abbreviations:
ch: chain
sc: single crochet
sl st: slip stitch
inc: increase
dec: decrease
PATTERN
Body and Head (one piece):
1 Row: Chain 17, starting from the second ch from the hook, sc in 15, in the last ch, work 2 sc, sc in 15. (32)
2-7 Row: 7 rows without changes (32)
8-9 Row: Sc in 31, sc 32nd and 1st sts together, 14 sc, dec, 14 sc. (30)
10-11 Row: Without changes (30)
12 Row: Dec, 13 sc, dec, 13 sc. (28)
13 Row: Without changes (28)
14 Row: 13 sc, dec, 13 sc. (27)
15 Row: Without changes (27)
16 Row: 2 sc, inc – repeat 9 times (36)
17-19 Row: 3 rows without changes (36)
20 Row: 3 sc, inc – repeat 9 times (45)
21-29 Row: 9 rows without changes (45)
30 Row: 3 sc, dec – repeat 9 times (36)
31-32 Row: Without changes (36)
33 Row: 2 sc, dec – repeat 9 times (27)
34-35 Row: Without changes (27)
Fill the piece with stuffing.
36 Row: 1 sc, dec – repeat 9 times (18)
37 Row: 9 dec (9)
38 Row: Fasten off, hide the yarn tail inside.
Legs:
1 Row: 6 sc in the amigurumi ring.
2 Row: 6 inc (12)
3 Row: 1 sc, inc – repeat 6 times (18)
4 Row: 2 sc, inc – repeat 6 times (24)
5 Row: 3 sc, inc – repeat 6 times (30)
6-10 Row: 5 rows without changes (30)
11 Row: 10 dec, 10 sc (20)
12 Row: 5 dec, 10 sc (15)
13 Row: 3 dec, 9 sc (12)
14-29 Row: 16 rows without changes, sl st. Fill, leave yarn for sewing.
Arms:
1 Row: 6 sc in the amigurumi ring.
2 Row: 6 inc (12)
3 Row: 1 sc, inc – repeat 6 times (18)
4 Row: 2 sc, inc – repeat 6 times (24)
5-8 Row: 4 rows without changes (24)
9 Row: 2 sc, dec – repeat 6 times (18)
10 Row: 1 sc, dec – repeat 6 times (12)
Fill the resulting ball.
11 Row: 2 sc, dec – repeat 3 times (9)
12-22 Row: 11 rows without changes, sl st.
Leave yarn for sewing, do not fill the arms!
Tail:
1 Row: 6 sc in the amigurumi ring.
2 Row: 6 inc (12)
3-12 Row: 10 rows without changes (12)
13 Row: dec, 10 sc (11)
14-17 Row: 4 rows without changes (11)
18 Row: dec, 9 sc (10)
19-22 Row: 4 rows without changes (10)
23 Row: dec, 8 sc (9)
24-25 Row: Without changes, sl st.
Fill, leave yarn for sewing.
Ears:
1 Row: 6 sc in the amigurumi ring.
2 Row: 2 sc, inc – repeat 2 times (8)
3 Row: 3 sc, inc – repeat 2 times (10)
4 Row: 4 sc, inc – repeat 2 times (12)
5 Row: 5 sc, inc – repeat 2 times (14)
6 Row: 6 sc, inc – repeat 2 times (16)
7 Row: 7 sc, sl st.
Leave yarn for sewing. Fold each ear in half.
Nose:
1 Row: 6 sc in the amigurumi ring.
2 Row: 6 inc (12)
3 Row: 1 sc, inc – repeat 6 times (18)
4 Row: 2 sc, inc – repeat 6 times (24)
5-6 Row: Without changes (24), sl st.
Leave yarn for sewing.
Belly:
1 Row: 6 sc in the amigurumi ring.
2 Row: 6 inc (12)
3 Row: 1 sc, inc – repeat 6 times (18)
4 Row: 2 sc, inc – repeat 6 times (24)
5 Row: Without changes (24), sl st.
Leave yarn for sewing.
Eyes:
The right eye will be slightly higher than the left.
Right eye:
1 Row: 6 sc in the amigurumi ring.
2 Row: 6 inc (12)
3 Row: 1 sc, inc, 1 sc, inc, sl st.
Left eye: crochet like the right eye but without the 3rd row.
Assembly: sew on ears, tail, legs, and belly. Sew the nose and eyes to the face. Embroider pads (or fingers) on the paws with black thread. Embroider the belly button, add antennae, and a mouth. Finally, make a butterfly. My yellow butterflies are made from dusting cloths.