Bring the internet’s favorite chubby cat to life with this adorable Amigurumi Pusheen crochet pattern! With her round belly, tiny paws, and signature stripes, Pusheen is the ultimate snuggle-worthy companion—perfect for fans of cozy vibes, sweet treats, and playful charm. Whether you’re crafting a gift for a fellow Pusheen lover or adding a dose of cuteness to your own collection, this plushie is sure to spark joy with every stitch. 🧶🐾💖
Designed for softness and personality, this pattern invites you to explore gentle shaping, pastel palettes, and fun extras like a tiny donut, cupcake, or even a unicorn horn for a magical twist. Customize your Pusheen with accessories that match your mood or theme, and let her bring a smile to every corner of your handmade world. Whether perched on a shelf, nestled in a gift basket, or starring in a cozy cat café scene, this Pusheen Amigurumi is a joyful and satisfying project—perfect for stitching up a little handmade happiness, one loop at a time! ✨🍩🌈
🐾 Amigurumi Pusheen Crochet Pattern
Bring the internet’s most lovable cat to life in soft yarn! This huggable version features her iconic stripes, tiny arms and legs, and squishy tail.
✨ Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate
(Simple increases/decreases and applique)
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 7–9 inches (18–23 cm) tall depending on yarn and hook
🧶 Materials
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Worsted weight yarn in:
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Beige/Gray (main body)
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Dark brown (stripes, whiskers, eyes)
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Pink (optional: blush spots)
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Crochet hook: 2.5mm–3.5mm
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Yarn needle
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Stitch markers
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Felt (optional for face instead of embroidery)
🧵 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
st(s) – stitch(es)
FO – fasten off
BLO – back loop only
🐱 Body (worked from bottom up in spiral)
Use beige yarn.
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
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(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
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(6 sc, inc) x6 (48)
9–32. sc in each st (48) — 24 rounds -
(6 sc, dec) x6 (42)
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(5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
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(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Stuff firmly -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO, weave shut.
👂 Ears (Make 2)
Use beige yarn.
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MR, 4 sc
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(sc, inc) x2 (6)
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(2 sc, inc) x2 (8)
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sc around (8)
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Flatten, sc across to close. FO, leave tail.
Sew to top of head.
🐾 Arms (Make 2)
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MR, 5 sc
2–5. sc around (5)
Stuff lightly, flatten, sew to body sides.
🐾 Feet (Make 2)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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sc around (12)
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(2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
Stuff, flatten, sew to bottom front corners.
🐈 Tail
Use beige yarn and brown for striping.
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MR, 6 sc
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(sc, inc) x3 (9)
3–18. sc around, alternating 3 rounds beige, 2 rounds brown
Stuff lightly, sew to back
🌫️ Stripes (Make 3)
Use brown yarn.
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For forehead: ch 6, sc in each (5), FO
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For back: Make 2, ch 8, sc in each (7), FO
Sew in place:
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1 on forehead
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2 spaced evenly on the back
😺 Facial Features
Eyes (Make 2)
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MR, 6 sc with brown yarn, sl st to join, FO
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Sew or glue in place evenly spaced
Nose and mouth
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Embroider small horizontal line for nose
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Create an upside-down “3” mouth with brown yarn
Whiskers (Make 6)
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Cut 6 pieces of brown yarn
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Sew or glue 3 whiskers on each side of the face, angled outward
💖 Optional: Pink Blush
Add small pink felt circles or blush with embroidery thread under the eyes.
🧵 Assembly
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Sew arms and feet
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Attach ears at top corners
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Embroider or sew all facial features
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Add tail at lower back
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Position and sew on stripes
🧸 Final Touch
Squish gently to shape! You now have your own squishy amigurumi Pusheen! Great for desk buddies, gifts, or just your own cuddly décor. 🧶🐾
