Make a tiny, adorable loaf-shaped cat, handmade with care through the art of crochet. Each stitch brings to life a cozy little companion, perfect for both play and display. Use soft yarn fashioned into the shape of a cat sitting snugly, like a loaf of bread.
Crochet Loaf Cat Amigurumi Pattern
This amazing creature, with its charming looks, invites a gentle touch and brings warmth to any room. A delightful mix of skill and love goes into creating each piece, making it a special addition to any collection or a heartwarming gift for someone dear.
Materials Needed:
- 4-ply cotton yarn
- 3.5 mm crochet hook
- Scissors
- Forceps for stuffing
- Needle
Crochet Pattern:
Start the Body:
- Create a magic ring.
- Do 6 single crochets in the magic ring using the X stitch to avoid slanting.
Increasing Rounds:
- Round 1: Increase in every stitch [= 12 stitches].
- Round 2: 1 single crochet, 1 increase – repeat around [= 18 stitches].
- Round 3: 1 increase, 2 single crochets – repeat around [= 24 stitches].
- Round 4: 3 single crochets, 1 increase – repeat around [= 30 stitches].
Round 5: 1 single crochet in each stitch around [= 30 stitches].
Crochet the Ears (Round 6):
- Work 10 single crochets.
- In the front loop only, start the ear: ½ double crochet, 1 double crochet, 2 triple crochets, 1 double crochet, ½ double crochet - all in the same stitch.
- Make 4 single crochets, then crochet the second ear the same way in the front loop.
- Finish with 10 more single crochets.
Front Legs (Round 7):
- Work 2 single crochets, 5 half double crochet puff stitches.
- Continue with 7 single crochets, then next 3 single crochets in the back loop only.
- 4 single crochets, next 3 single crochets in the back loop only.
- Finish with 7 single crochets, 5 half double crochet puff stitches, and 2 single crochets.
Body Continuation (Rounds 8-14):
- Single crochet in every stitch, skipping extra chains over puff stitches.
Back Legs (Round 15):
- 2 single crochets, 5 half double crochet puff stitches, 24 single crochets, 5 half double crochet puff stitches, 2 single crochets.
Closing Rounds:
- Round 16: Single crochet in each stitch around.
- Round 17: 1 decrease, 3 single crochets – repeat around [= 24 stitches].
Tail:
- Start with a magic ring.
- 6 single crochets in the ring.
Rounds 1-13: 1 single crochet in each stitch around.
- Attach the tail to the body around round 18.
Finishing Touches:
- Sew on the nose and eye beads between rounds 1 and 2.
- Use black yarn to sew whiskers onto the face.
Final Steps:
- Cut the leftover yarn and fasten off.
- Fill in with polyester fiber till fully stuffed.
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