Fluffy, regal, and irresistibly cuddly—this Amigurumi Persian Cat crochet pattern is a purr-fect tribute to one of the most beloved feline breeds! 🐱🧶 With its luxurious coat, sweet round face, and gentle expression, this plush kitty brings elegance and charm to your handmade collection. Whether you’re crafting a cozy companion, a gift for a cat lover, or simply adore stitching up lifelike pets, this Persian beauty is sure to steal the spotlight (and maybe your yarn stash too!).
Designed with soft textures and expressive shaping, this pattern invites you to play with loop stitches, pastel palettes, and adorable extras like a tiny collar or bow. You can customize your cat’s color to match a real-life pet or create a dreamy fantasy feline with sparkly yarn and embroidered eyes. Whether perched on a shelf, nestled in a pet-themed display, or gifted with love, this Persian Cat Amigurumi is a joyful and satisfying project—perfect for stitching up a little whiskered wonder, one loop at a time! 🐾💖✨
🐾 Amigurumi Persian Cat Crochet Pattern
This amigurumi Persian cat is as regal and fluffy as the real breed! With a soft round face, bright golden eyes, tufted ears, and a flowing mane, this cat makes the perfect cuddle buddy or display piece for any cat lover.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate to Advanced – includes shaping, sewing multiple parts, and special techniques for fluffy fur.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 25–28 cm (10–11 in) tall when using worsted yarn and a 3.0 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
- Worsted or DK weight yarn:
- Beige/light brown (main body, head, legs)
- Cream/white (paws, chest, fluffy mane)
- Dark brown (nose, whisker embroidery, paw detail)
- Faux fur yarn or brushed yarn (cream & beige tones) for mane and tail
- 3.0 mm crochet hook
- 12–14 mm safety eyes (golden)
- Embroidery thread for mouth/whiskers
- Yarn needle, scissors, stitch markers
- Dog slicker brush or fine-tooth pet brush (for fluffing out yarn)
- Polyester fiberfill
🔤 Abbreviations (US Terms)
- MR – magic ring
- sc – single crochet
- inc – increase (2 sc in one st)
- dec – decrease (sc 2 together)
- sl st – slip stitch
- ch – chain
- BLO – back loop only
- FLO – front loop only
🪡 Pattern
🐱 Head (Beige)
- MR 6 (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–14. sc around (36) - (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
👉 Insert safety eyes between rows 10–11, about 8 sts apart.
👉 Add beige eye patches with embroidery or small crocheted circles. - (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- (sc, dec) x6 (12)
- dec x6 (6). Close and secure. Stuff firmly.
🐱 Muzzle (White)
- MR 6 (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–5. sc around (18)
Stuff lightly. Sew centered under eyes. Embroider nose in dark brown at top of muzzle and add mouth line.
🐱 Ears (Make 2, Beige)
- MR 4 (4)
- (sc, inc) x2 (6)
- (2 sc, inc) x2 (8)
- (3 sc, inc) x2 (10)
- sc around (10). Flatten and sew.
👉 Add a small tuft of brushed yarn or faux fur at the inner edge for realism.
🐱 Body (Beige)
- MR 6 (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–12. sc around (30) - (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
14–17. sc around (24) - (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- (sc, dec) x6 (12). Close and stuff firmly.
🐱 Legs (Make 4, Beige with White Paws)
Start with white:
- MR 6 (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–5. sc around (18)
Switch to beige:
6–10. sc around (18)
Stuff and sew evenly to body.
👉 Embroider dark paw lines on the front of each paw.
🐱 Tail (Beige with Fluff)
- MR 6 (6)
- (sc, inc) x3 (9)
3–8. sc around (9)
👉 Cut multiple strands of faux fur yarn, attach with latch-hook method at end of tail, then brush out to achieve fluffiness.
🐱 Mane & Chest Fluff (White + Beige Faux Fur)
There are 2 main methods:
- Faux Fur Yarn Method:
- Crochet a simple bib-like semicircle piece with faux fur yarn (ch 8, work sc rows until wide enough).
- Sew around the chest and under chin.
- Brushed Yarn Method (as in the photo):
- Cut long strands of cream yarn (10–12 cm).
- Attach strands along the front loops of stitches around the chest and sides of the face.
- Brush thoroughly with a dog slicker brush until fluffy. Trim to desired length.
👉 Repeat around cheeks, chin, and chest for the full mane effect.
🎨 Assembly
- Sew head to body securely.
- Attach legs so the cat sits stably.
- Add tail to back.
- Attach ears on top of head.
- Embroider whiskers with white thread or insert fishing line strands for a realistic look.
🌟 Finishing Touches
- Brush all fluffy parts to maximize volume.
- Trim yarn fur carefully to shape around face.
- Optional: Add blush to cheeks with fabric paint or powder for lifelike effect.
🎀 Your Persian Cat is Ready!
With its regal mane, fluffy chest, and elegant tail, your amigurumi Persian cat will be the star of your handmade collection. This pattern is ideal for gifting or as a showpiece in your home.
