Add a pop of playful charm to your space with this Hello Kitty-Inspired Crochet Rug pattern! Featuring the iconic face of everyone’s favorite feline, this adorable rug is perfect for brightening up a bedroom, playroom, or cozy reading nook. Whether you’re crafting for a little Hello Kitty fan, adding a nostalgic touch to your decor, or just love kawaii-inspired projects, this pattern lets you stitch up a cheerful accent that’s as fun to make as it is to display. 🐱🧶🌸
Designed for bold creativity, this pattern invites you to play with soft pastels, vibrant pinks, and plush textures to bring Hello Kitty’s sweet expression to life. Add details like her signature bow, embroidered whiskers, or even a scalloped border for extra flair. Whether you’re making it as a gift or keeping it for yourself, this Hello Kitty-Inspired Crochet Rug is a joyful and satisfying project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade cuteness to every step! 💖🏡✨
🐱 Hello Kitty-Inspired Crochet Rug Pattern
Add a dose of kawaii charm to your child’s room or nursery with this adorable Hello Kitty-inspired crochet rug! Featuring her iconic red bow and cheerful face, this rug is both playful and cozy—perfect for lounging, playing, or brightening up any corner of the home.
Skill Level: Intermediate – involves color changes, appliqué construction, and some embroidery.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 100–120 cm (40–48 in) diameter, depending on yarn and hook size.
🧶 Materials
- Chunky or T-shirt Yarn in:
- Light Pink (Outer background)
- Rose Pink (Middle background)
- Pale Pink (Inner background)
- White (Face, paws, leg area)
- Black (Outline, eyes, whiskers)
- Yellow (Nose and shirt detail)
- Red (Bow)
- Hook: 6–8 mm (depending on yarn)
- Stitch markers
- Tapestry needle
- Scissors
- Optional: anti-slip rug backing
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
ch – Chain
sc – Single Crochet
hdc – Half Double Crochet
dc – Double Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc two stitches together)
sl st – Slip Stitch
BLO – Back Loop Only
🎀 Part 1: Circular Rug Base
(Using Pink shades – center to outer edge)
- Start with Pale Pink:
- MR, 6 sc
- Round 2: inc x6 (12)
- Round 3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
- Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- Continue increasing in this pattern until desired size is reached.
- Change to Rose Pink after ~10 rounds.
- Change to Light Pink for the last 5–6 rounds.
To keep circle flat: evenly space increases each round and add a BLO round every 3–4 rounds for texture.
🎨 Part 2: Hello Kitty Appliqué Motif (Appliqué Method)
✂️ Crochet each motif separately and sew onto the base. Optional: outline each piece with black yarn for definition.
🐱 Head (White)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc around (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
- Continue increasing to reach 42–48 sc around
- Work even for 3–4 rounds for rounder shape
- Flatten and fasten off
- Sew to center of the rug.
👂 Ears (White – make 2)
- Ch 4
- Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc next 2 (3)
- Row 2–3: sc across
- Shape triangle with dec rows
Outline in black and sew to top corners of head.
🎀 Bow (Red – make 1)
Side Loops (make 2):
- MR, (ch 1, 3 sc, 3 hdc, 3 dc, 3 hdc, 3 sc), sl st to join
- Pull tight to form loop shape
Center Knot:
- Ch 6, sc across 4 rows
- Wrap around center of bow
Sew bow between ears slightly to the right.
👁️ Eyes (Black – make 2)
- MR, 6 sc
- Fasten off and sew 1–2 rows apart on face.
👃 Nose (Yellow – make 1)
- Ch 4, sc in 2nd ch, sc across (3)
- Work 2 rows
- Sew centered between eyes
😺 Whiskers (Black embroidery)
Using a tapestry needle, stitch 3 whiskers on each side of the face.
🧥 Shirt Sleeves (Yellow – make 2 small patches)
- Ch 5
- Row 1–2: sc across
- Fasten off and sew to side of arms
👚 Dress (Rose Pink)
Bodice:
- Ch 12
- Row 1–4: sc across
- Fasten off
Skirt:
- Ch 25
- Row 1: hdc across
- Row 2: (hdc, inc) across
- Continue 2–3 more rows for ruffled effect
Add to base beneath head. Stitch both parts together before attaching to rug.
🧦 Legs & Paws (White)
Feet (Make 2 ovals):
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
- Shape into slight ovals with 1–2 rows
- Sew beneath dress, with black outline
💖 Part 3: Bow Border
Make ~20 Small Bows (Pink, Yellow, White):
- MR, (ch 1, 3 sc, 3 hdc, 3 dc, 3 hdc, 3 sc), sl st to join
- Pull tight and flatten
Attach each bow evenly spaced along the final light pink round of the rug with stitching or hot glue for a 3D kawaii effect!
🪡 Finishing Touches
- Steam block the final rug
- Add anti-slip grip or rug mat backing
- Optional: edge with picot or crab stitch for a polished border
🎉 Ta-da!
You’ve completed your Hello Kitty-Inspired Crochet Rug! With her classic charm, bright colors, and cuddly presence, she’s sure to bring joy wherever she’s placed. Whether gifted to a child or used to decorate your own cute corner, this rug is a handmade treasure full of personality. 💗🎀🐾
