Crochet Little Cat

Crocheting a little cat can be such a charming and delightful project to take on! These adorable creations not only make for a fun and creative crafting experience but also result in a wonderful handmade piece that can bring joy to anyone who sees it. As you work on each stitch, envisioning the cute little nose and whiskers taking shape, you can't help but feel a sense of warmth and happiness. Whether you are an experienced crocheter or just starting out, the satisfaction of completing a crochet little cat is truly heartwarming and can even make a purr-fect gift for a loved one. Enjoy the process and watch as your crochet creation comes to life, one stitch at a time!

MATERIALS

Schachenmayr Catania 125m/50 g, crochet hook 2,5 mm, yarn needle, Kinder-Surprise Egg Shell.

SKILL LEVEL

Easy

ABBREVIATIONS

Ch =chain

St= stitch

Sc=single crochet

Sl st= slip stitch

dec = decrease stitch (two single crochets together)

inc = increase stitch (two single crochets into one stitch)

Rnd=Round

INSTRUCTIONS

BODY

Rnd 1: 6 sc in a magic circle.

Rnd 2: inc 6 times (12 sts)

Rnd 3: *sc in next st, inc* (18 sts)

Rnd 4: *inc, sc in each of next 2 sts * (24 sts)

Rnd 5: *inc, sc in each of next 3 sts * (30 sts)

Rnd 6: sc in each of next 30 M

Rnd 7: *inc, sc in each of next 4 sts * (36 sts)

Rnd 8-15: sc in each of next 36 sts.

Put shell into the cat.

Rnd 16: *dec, sc in each of next 4 sts* (30 sts).

Rnd 17: *dec, sc in each of next 3 sts* (24 sts).

Rnd 18: *dec, sc in each of next 2 sts* (18 sts).

Rnd 19: *dec, sc in next st* (12 sts).

Rnd 20: *dec*.

Fasten off.

LEGS (4x)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in a magic circle.

Rnd 2: inc 6 times (12 sts)

Rnd 3: sc in each of next 12 sts

Rnd 4: *dec, sc in next st* (8 sts).

Cast off leaving a long tail for sewing.

EARS (2x)

Rnd 1: Chain 2 stitches, 3 sc in the second ch, turn.

Rnd 2: ch1, sc in each of next 3 sts, turn.

Cast off leaving a long tail for sewing.

TAIL

Rnd 1: 6 sc in a magic circle.

Rnd 2-3: sc in each of next 6 sts

Rnd 4: *inc, sc in each of next 2 sts * (8 sts)

Rnd 5: sc in each of next 8 sts.

Cast off leaving a long tail for sewing.

TO FINISH OFF

Sew ears on top of face. Sew tail on back of body and legs on body.

With some pink yarn stitch nose. With blunt needle and black yarn you can embroider eyes and whiskeys.