Oh, the joy of crafting! 🧶 Let me tell you about the delightful world of amigurumi, specifically when it comes to creating an adorable cat with a tiny kitten. There’s something so heartwarming about turning a simple ball of yarn into a cuddly creature that’s bursting with personality. Amigurumi, the Japanese art of knitting or crocheting small stuffed animals, is not just a hobby; it’s a way to bring imagination to life. The playful nature of an amigurumi cat, with its oversized head and petite body, offers a charming project for both beginners and seasoned creators. Pairing it with a matching kitten only amplifies the cuteness, offering both a challenge and a reward for those nimble fingers.
The process of creating an amigurumi cat with its little kitten is quite an adventure! First, you choose a pattern that speaks to you, which is half the fun. With a trusty crochet hook in hand and a rainbow of yarn at your disposal, each stitch becomes a step closer to seeing your vision come alive. Starting from the ears to the paws, every detail is crafted with care and precision. As the cat takes shape, adding a kitten companion is like the cherry on top. Finishing touches like embroidered noses and whiskers add character, turning simple yarn into a lovable buddy that’s ready for hugs and playful adventures. 🐱💕
🐱 Amigurumi Cat with Kitten – FREE Crochet Pattern
This adorable mama cat and her tiny kitten are purr-fect for cat lovers and cuddle enthusiasts. With their soft gray and cream fur, rosy pink noses, and sweet expressions, this duo will steal your heart and make the cutest companions or gifts!
🪡 Materials:
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DK or worsted weight yarn in gray, cream, pink
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2.5 mm or 3.0 mm crochet hook
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6 mm and 10 mm safety eyes (kitten and cat)
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Black embroidery thread (for mouth and whisker detail)
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White thread or fishing line for whiskers
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Yarn needle
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Stitch marker
✨ Abbreviations (US Terms):
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MR – Magic Ring
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sc – Single Crochet
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inc – Increase
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dec – Decrease
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ch – Chain
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sl st – Slip Stitch
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FO – Fasten Off
🧠 Skill Level:
Easy to Intermediate – Perfect for confident beginners ready to try a little shaping and color changes.
🧵 Pattern Instructions:
🔹 Head (Cat & Kitten – make 1 each):
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Start with cream yarn, MR, sc 6.
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Increase in each stitch to 12, 18, 24, etc., up to 48 (cat) / 36 (kitten).
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Work even rounds to form a round head.
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Switch to gray yarn halfway up the head to shape the fur pattern.
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Place safety eyes:
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Cat: 10 mm, approx. 10 stitches apart
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Kitten: 6 mm, approx. 8 stitches apart
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Stuff firmly and shape.
🩷 Muzzle/Nose:
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Use pink yarn.
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MR, sc 6, then 1–2 rounds of inc for a small oval.
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Sew to lower part of the face.
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Embroider the mouth line with black thread.
🟠 Ears (Make 4 – 2 for each):
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With gray, ch 2, work into second chain: 3 sc.
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Inc on edges to make a triangle shape.
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Switch to pink for the inner ear (optional) – stitch on or crochet flat and sew.
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Fold slightly and sew to top of head.
⚪ Body:
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Start with cream yarn, MR, sc 6.
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Increase to 36 (kitten) / 48 (cat) stitches.
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Switch to gray and work even to form an oval-shaped body.
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Stuff and sew the head on top.
🐾 Paws (Make 4 for each):
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Begin with pink, MR, sc 6.
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Increase to 12 sts.
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Switch to gray, work 6–8 rounds even.
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Lightly stuff and sew two as arms and two as legs to the sides/bottom of the body.
🐱 Tail:
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Start with gray, ch 21.
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Work sc in each chain.
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Make it curly by increasing slightly at the end if desired.
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Sew to the back of the body.
🧵 Assembly:
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Attach ears to the top of the head.
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Sew arms slightly forward, legs to the base.
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Tail is placed off-center at the back.
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Muzzle, whiskers, and embroidery give the cat extra personality.
✨ Finishing Touches:
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For whiskers, use white embroidery thread, fishing line, or stiff yarn. Knot ends and pull through gently.
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Add blush to cheeks with pink yarn or fabric blush.
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Pose the kitten cuddled up next to the cat or in her lap for extra sweetness.
