Wrap your crochet skills in love with this Amigurumi Heart Cat Pillow pattern! This adorable design blends the warmth of a heart with the charm of a cuddly cat, creating a delightful handmade piece that radiates comfort and joy. Whether you’re crafting for a special occasion, adding a whimsical touch to your decor, or simply enjoy making cozy amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a heart-shaped kitty bursting with personality! Perfect for gifting to loved ones or keeping as a cheerful accent, this crochet creation brings a touch of handmade magic to every stitch. 🐱❤️✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of red, pink, or even pastel hues for a softer aesthetic. Add embroidered details, tiny accessories like a miniature bow or whiskers, or even create a full set of heart-inspired amigurumi for a charming display! Whether gifted as a heartfelt keepsake, displayed as a cheerful accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Heart Cat Pillow is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade feline love to every stitch! 🧶💖✨
🧶 Amigurumi Heart Cat Pillow – Free Crochet Pattern
A soft, lovable kitty plush shaped like a heart – with a curly tail and the cutest little nose! Ideal for all levels from confident beginner and up.
✨ Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate – Simple shaping, working in the round, light embroidery.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 12–14 in (30–35 cm) wide, using velvet or plush yarn and a 4–5 mm hook.
🧵 Materials
- Yarn:
- Color A – Dusty Pink (Main body & tail)
- Color B – White (Tail tip, ears, muzzle)
- Small amounts of black (whiskers & eyes), pink (nose)
- Hook: 4 mm (or suitable for yarn)
- Safety Eyes (optional, 14–18 mm), or black felt circles
- Polyester Stuffing
- Tapestry needle, scissors
- Stitch marker
- Felt or embroidery thread for facial details
🪡 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in 1 st)
dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
❤️ Heart Body (Make 2 panels, then join)
Make 2 identical heart panels in Color A:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 → 12
- (1 sc, inc) x6 → 18
- (2 sc, inc) x6 → 24
- (3 sc, inc) x6 → 30
- (4 sc, inc) x6 → 36
- (5 sc, inc) x6 → 42
- (6 sc, inc) x6 → 48
9–10. sc around (48)
Create second bump for the heart
11. Fasten off first circle, repeat above steps to make another (do not fasten off second one)
12. Continue crocheting around both bumps together to start heart shape bottom
13–23. sc around entire shape (approx. 96 sts)
24. Begin decreases:
- (14 sc, dec) x6 → 90
- (13 sc, dec) x6 → 84
- Continue decreasing evenly every round until you reach 12 sts
Stuff generously
FO, sew closed
🐾 Tail (Color A, tip in Color B)
Start with Color B (Tip):
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 → 12
3–5. sc (12)
Switch to Color A
6–30+. sc in rounds until desired tail length (~15–18 inches)
Stuff lightly for flexibility
FO and sew to lower back corner of heart
👂 Ears (Make 2 in Color A, 2 in Color B)
Outer Ear (Color A):
- MR, 6 sc
- (1 sc, inc) x3 → 9
- (2 sc, inc) x3 → 12
- (3 sc, inc) x3 → 15
- sc around (15)
FO
Inner Ear (Color B):
Repeat rounds 1–3
FO and sew to outer ear
Sew entire ear to upper corners of heart
😺 Muzzle & Nose (White)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 → 12
- (1 sc, inc) x6 → 18
4–5. sc around
FO, flatten slightly, sew to center face
Embroider pink heart nose and little mouth
👀 Eyes & Whiskers
- Use 14–18 mm safety eyes or felt ovals
- Position between rounds 8–10 of heart bump
- For whiskers: stitch 3 short lines on each side with black yarn or embroidery thread
🧷 Assembly
- Stitch the two heart panels together around the edge, leaving space to stuff
- Insert polyfill, shape firmly, and finish sewing
- Attach tail, muzzle, ears, and face features
- Secure whiskers tightly
🐱 Final Touches
Your Heart Cat Pillow is complete! It’s a soft, huggable sweetheart with tons of personality. Perfect for nurseries, reading nooks, or gifting with love 💝.
