Introduction

Welcome to the delightful world of amigurumi! Today, we’re going to crochet an adorable kitten that is perfect for cuddling or as a thoughtful gift. This pattern is designed for beginners and provides step-by-step instructions, so you can easily follow along and create your own little furry friend.

Project Details

Skill Level: Beginner

Finished Size: Approximately 10 inches tall

Materials

• 3.5mm crochet hook
• 1 skein of soft gray worsted weight yarn
• 1 skein of white worsted weight yarn
• 16mm safety eyes
• Black thread for facial features
• Scissors
• Polyester fiberfill stuffing

Abbreviations

• MR – magic ring
• ch – chain
• sc – single crochet
• inc – increase
• dec – decrease

Pattern

Head (Gray and White)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR

Rnd 2: 6 inc (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)

Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)

Rnd 7: (5 sc, inc) x 6 (42)

Rnd 8: 42 sc

Rnd 9: gray: 19 sc, white: 4 sc, gray: 19 sc (42)

Rnd 10: gray: 18 sc, white: 6 sc, gray: 18 sc (42)

Rnd 11: gray: 17 sc, white: 8 sc, gray: 17 sc (42)

Rnd 12: gray: 17 sc, white: 8 sc, gray: 17 sc (42)

Rnd 13: gray: 17 sc, white: 8 sc, gray: 17 sc (42)

Rnd 14: white: 12 sc, (inc, 2 sc) x 6, 12 sc (48)

Rnd 15: 48 sc

Rnd 16: 48 sc

Rnd 17: (6 sc, dec) x 6 (42)

Rnd 18: (5 sc, dec) x 6 (36)

Rnd 19: (4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)

Rnd 20: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)

Body (White)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR

Rnd 2: 6 inc (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)

Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)

Rnd 7: (5 sc, inc) x 6 (42)

Rnd 8: 42 sc

Rnd 9: 42 sc

Rnd 10: 42 sc

Rnd 11: (5 sc, dec) x 6 (36)

Rnd 12: 36 sc

Rnd 13: (4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)

Rnd 14: 30 sc

Rnd 15: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)

Rnd 16: 24 sc

Ears (2 parts)

Rnd 1: gray: 6 sc in MR

Rnd 2: gray: (1 sc, inc) x 3 (9)

Rnd 3: gray: 4 sc, white: 1 sc, gray: 4 sc (9)

Rnd 4: gray: 2 sc, inc, white: 2 sc, inc, gray: 2 sc, inc (12)

Legs (2 parts)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR

Rnd 2: 6 inc (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rnd 5: 24 sc

Rnd 6: 6 dec, 12 sc (18)

Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x 3, 9 sc (15)

Rnd 8: 15 sc – 5 rows

Hands (2 parts)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR

Rnd 2: 6 inc (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: 18 sc

Rnd 5: gray: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Rnd 6: 12 sc – 5 rows

Tail

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR

Rnd 2: 6 sc – 11 rows

Work 3 sc on both sides, leaving a tail for sewing.

Assembly

1. Attach safety eyes between the 12th and 13th rounds of the head, about 5 sc apart.
2. Sew on the ears, tail, legs, and arms securely.
3. Embroider the facial features: nose, mouth, and any additional details.

Final Notes

After completing your kitten, feel free to experiment with different colors and yarn types to create unique variations! Happy crocheting!

Copyright Notice

This pattern is designed for personal use only. Please do not sell or redistribute this pattern without permission from the creator.

Pattern created for amigurumi.badoomobile.net