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Amigurumi Cheshire Cat – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Cheshire Cat – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Step into the whimsical world of Wonderland with this Amigurumi Cheshire Cat crochet pattern! Inspired by the mischievous feline from Alice in Wonderland, this crochet creation captures the essence of mystery and playfulness in every stitch. With its signature wide grin, bold stripes, and quirky charm, this amigurumi Cheshire Cat is sure to bring a touch of magic to your handmade collection. Whether you’re crafting for fairy tale lovers, adding a fun accent to your decor, or simply enjoy making unique amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a delightful character bursting with personality! 🐱✨

Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of pink and purple, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature teacup or whimsical tail curl for extra charm. Craft a classic Cheshire Cat with its iconic look, create a pastel version for a dreamy aesthetic, or even stitch up a full Wonderland-inspired set with matching characters! Whether gifted as a cherished keepsake, displayed as a playful accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Cheshire Cat is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade enchantment to every stitch! 🧶💖

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😺 Amigurumi Cheshire Cat Crochet Pattern

Bring Wonderland to life with this mischievous Cheshire Cat! With bold purple stripes, hypnotic green eyes, and a giant grin, this plush pattern is faithful to the photo reference and perfect for fans of Alice in Wonderland.

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate–Advanced: involves color changes, shaping, embroidery, and plush yarn.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 12 in (30 cm) tall using plush chenille yarn and 4.5 mm hook.

🧶 Materials

  • Color A – Light Purple (main stripes)

  • Color B – Dark Purple (stripe contrast, tail, feet details)

  • Color C – White (mouth patch, teeth, eye whites)

  • Color D – Pink (nose, inner ears)

  • Color E – Black (mouth embroidery, pupils, brows)

  • Color F – Green (irises)

  • Crochet hook: 4.5–5 mm

  • Tapestry needle

  • Polyester fiberfill stuffing

  • Safety eyes 12–14 mm OR crochet eyes

  • Stitch markers

  • Optional: pipe cleaner for poseable tail, felt for teeth

🧵 Abbreviations (US terms)

  • MR – Magic Ring

  • sc – single crochet

  • inc – increase (2 sc in same st)

  • dec – decrease (sc2tog)

  • sl st – slip stitch

  • BLO – back loop only

  • FO – fasten off

🐱 Head (make rounder + fuller, striped every 2 rows)

With Color A:

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    7–16. sc around (36) — alternate A/B every 2 rounds to create stripes

  7. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)

  8. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  9. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)

  10. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

  11. dec x6 (6), FO.

👉 Tip: Stuff firmly and shape rounder than usual, the head is big compared to body.

👂 Ears (make 2)

Outer (Color B):

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)

  3. (2 sc, inc) x3 (12)

  4. sc around (12)
    FO.

Inner (Color D):
Same, stop at 9 sts. Sew onto outer.
Attach ears to top corners.

👀 Eyes (crocheted or safety)

White Patch (Color C):

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)
    FO.

Green Iris (Color F):

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)
    FO.

Sew iris to white patch. Embroider vertical black pupil. Attach slightly bulging.

😀 Wide Grin & Teeth

Mouth Base (Color C):
Ch 22
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc across (21)
Rows 2–4: sc across (21)
FO. Cut into wide oval if needed.

Teeth:

  • Use embroidery (black) to divide into teeth.

  • Stitch vertical lines + one vertical line from nose to center mouth.

  • Embroider outline smile lines.
    Optional: cut tiny felt triangles for sharper teeth.

Nose: small triangle in pink.

🐾 Body (taller, striped)

With Color A:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    6–20. sc around (30) — alternate A/B every 2 rounds for bold stripes

  6. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  7. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)

  8. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
    Stuff firmly, FO.

🐾 Legs (make 4, thicker with toe lines)

With Color B:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
    4–8. sc around (18)

  4. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
    10–12. sc around (12)
    FO.

👉 Attach under body. After sewing, wrap black yarn around ends of each paw 3 times to create toe separations.

🐈 Tail (long, striped, curled)

With Color A/B alternating every 2 rounds:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–24. sc around (12), stuff lightly
    FO, sew firmly.

👉 Insert pipe cleaner if you want a poseable curled tail.

✨ Finishing Touches

  • Eyebrows: embroider bold black arcs over eyes.

  • Cheeks: slightly embroider blush stitches if desired.

  • Grin shaping: lightly stuff behind mouth patch to push it outward.

  • Assembly: Attach head to body (big round head, smaller tall body). Sew legs evenly at bottom. Add striped coiled tail at back.

🎨 Customization Ideas

  • Glow-in-the-dark yarn for stripes.

  • Oversized felt eyes for creepier Wonderland vibe.

  • Mini version with DK yarn for keychain.

✨ And there you have it — your very own Cheshire Cat amigurumi! With his wide grin, hypnotic green eyes, and plump striped body, this magical plush will definitely steal the spotlight in your Wonderland collection.


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