Catch cozy vibes with this playful PokéBall-Inspired Cat Cave crochet pattern! Perfect for Pokémon fans and feline friends alike, this clever design transforms the iconic red-and-white PokéBall into a snug hideaway for your kitty. With its bold colors, rounded shape, and inviting entrance, it’s a fun fusion of geeky charm and pet-friendly comfort—ideal for adding a touch of whimsy to your home while giving your cat a cozy place to nap. 🧶🐾🔴⚪
Designed for structure and style, this pattern invites you to explore sturdy stitches, colorwork techniques, and optional embellishments like a black stripe or button detail to complete the PokéBall look. Customize the size to suit your cat’s lounging preferences or add a soft cushion inside for extra plushness. Whether tucked in a corner, displayed in a game-themed room, or gifted to a fellow Pokémon-loving pet parent, this PokéBall Cat Cave Amigurumi is a joyful and satisfying project—perfect for stitching up a little handmade adventure, one loop at a time! 💖✨🎮
🧶 PokéBall-Inspired Cat Cave Crochet Pattern
Turn your cat into the ultimate Pokémon companion with this cozy PokéBall-inspired cat bed cave! Featuring a semi-sphere lid and plush base, it’s both stylish and functional—perfect for fans who want to crochet something playful and comfy for their furry friends.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Requires knowledge of working in the round, color changes, and shaping large structures.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 18–20″ diameter (45–50 cm), height: 10–12″ (25–30 cm), perfect for most cats or small dogs.
🧶 Materials
- Super Bulky (Size 6) Yarn or T-shirt yarn in:
- Red (Top dome)
- Black (Middle stripe)
- White (Bottom bed + button center)
- Crochet hook: 8–10 mm (depending on yarn thickness)
- Large yarn needle
- Stitch markers
- Plastic canvas or cardboard for shaping (optional for the lid)
- Pillow or round cushion (optional insert)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
- MR – Magic Ring
- sc – Single Crochet
- inc – Increase (2 sc in one st)
- dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)
- sl st – Slip Stitch
- ch – Chain
- FO – Fasten Off
- BLO – Back Loops Only
🔴 Top Dome (Red Pokéball Lid)
Using red yarn:
- 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)
- (7 sc, inc) x6 (54)
- (8 sc, inc) x6 (60)
- (9 sc, inc) x6 (66)
- (10 sc, inc) x6 (72)
- (11 sc, inc) x6 (78)
14–18. sc around (78)
Change to black yarn for stripe:
19–20. sc around (78)
FO, weave in ends.
🧱 Optional: Insert a ring of flexible plastic mesh between layers or reinforce with foam or cardboard sewn in if you want the lid to stay propped.
⚪ Bottom Bed Base (White)
Using white yarn:
- 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)
- (7 sc, inc) x6 (54)
- (8 sc, inc) x6 (60)
- (9 sc, inc) x6 (66)
- (10 sc, inc) x6 (72)
13–16. sc around (72) - BLO sc around (72) ← This creates the defined wall edge
18–22. sc around (72)
FO and weave in.
🔘 Center Button Accent (Black/White)
Black outer circle:
- MR, 6 sc in black
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
FO and weave in ends
White inner button:
- MR, 6 sc in white
- inc x6 (12)
FO and sew centered on black circle
Sew entire button piece to center of the lid’s front
🧷 Assembly Instructions
- Place the base on the floor and stuff with a round pet cushion or blanket
- Attach the lid to the back half of the base using strong yarn or by sewing through a hinge point (you can leave the front open for easy access)
- Sew the button detail in front
- Optional: Add support wires or plastic canvas inside the rim of the lid for structure
💡 Customization Ideas
- Add a zipper edge or magnetic strips to fully close it (for display only!)
- Use pink or blue variations for other PokéBall styles (e.g., Heal Ball, Great Ball)
- Embroider your cat’s name on the side
Your feline friend will love curling up in this PokéBall bed—and you’ll love showing off your fandom with every cozy stitch! 🧶🐾🎮
