Curl up with cozy crochet charm using this Amigurumi Sleeping Cat Pouch pattern! Inspired by the peaceful nature of a napping feline, this adorable design captures a curled-up cat with soft stitches, tiny ears, and a sweet, sleepy expression. Whether you’re crafting for cat lovers, adding a whimsical touch to your accessories, or simply enjoy making functional amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a delightful pouch bursting with personality! Perfect for holding small essentials like coins, trinkets, or even crochet hooks, this sleeping cat pouch is both cute and practical. 🐱✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of fur, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature blanket or paw prints for extra charm. Craft a classic tabby cat pouch with natural tones, create a pastel version for a dreamy aesthetic, or even stitch up a full set of animal-inspired amigurumi for a charming display! Whether gifted as a quirky keepsake, displayed as a cozy accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Sleeping Cat Pouch is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade feline magic to every stitch! 🧶💖✨
🐱 Sleeping Cat Pouch Crochet Pattern – Free Amigurumi Design
Create your own adorable sleeping cat pouch with this easy and functional amigurumi crochet pattern. This pouch is perfect for keeping small items like earbuds, coins, or lip balm cozy and cute. With its sleepy face, curled tail, and zipper top, it’s sure to become your favorite handmade companion.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes shaping, embroidery, and zipper installation.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 14–16 cm wide x 12 cm tall (not including the tail).
🧶 Materials
- DK or light worsted weight cotton yarn
- Light pink (main body)
- White (whiskers)
- Black (eyes)
- 2.5 mm or 3 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- 16 cm zipper (or match to finished width)
- Stitch markers
- Polyester stuffing
- Optional: fabric lining and charm for zipper pull
🧵 Abbreviations (US Crochet Terms)
- MR – Magic Ring
- sc – Single Crochet
- inc – Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
- dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
- sl st – Slip Stitch
- ch – Chain
- st – Stitch
🐾 Pattern Instructions
🧺 Pouch Body (make 2)
With light pink yarn:
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
Rnd 2: inc x6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
Rnd 7: (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
Rnd 8–16: sc around (42)
Fasten off the first panel. Do not fasten off the second – you’ll join the two panels together.
🐱 Ears (make 2)
Rnd 1: MR, 4 sc (4)
Rnd 2: (sc, inc) x2 (6)
Rnd 3: (2 sc, inc) x2 (8)
Rnd 4: sc around (8)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x2 (10)
Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing. Flatten and sew one ear to each top corner of the front panel.
🐈 Tail
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
Rnd 2–25: sc in each stitch (6)
Stuff lightly. Curve into a natural tail shape and sew to the bottom side of the back panel.
😴 Facial Embroidery
- Eyes: Use black yarn to embroider closed eyes in a gentle curved line.
- Nose and Mouth: Embroider a small nose and smile in pink yarn.
- Whiskers: Stitch three white lines on each cheek with white yarn.
Use stitch markers for symmetrical placement before embroidering.
🔄 Assembling the Pouch
- Place both panels wrong sides together.
- Using pink yarn, single crochet around the edges to join – leave the top side open.
- Insert the zipper at the top opening:
- Pin the zipper to the opening.
- Hand-sew or machine-stitch it into place.
- Add optional fabric lining if desired.
🧷 Optional Zipper Charm
Attach a cute charm like a fishbone to the zipper pull for extra flair and personality.
🎀 Final Notes
This sleepy cat pouch is soft, peaceful, and the perfect handmade gift for any cat lover or cozy crafter. Use it to hold small essentials, decorate your desk, or simply to add a smile to your day.
