The Quick Cat Pouch Pattern is an adorable and fun project perfect for crochet lovers. This simple pouch, shaped like a cute cat face all using simple stitches. Its features include 3D eyes, a small strap, and detailed face elements like whiskers and a nose. It's ideal for storing small items such as coins, keys, or trinkets. So, why not create a charming and practical pouch that is sure to delight any cat enthusiast?
How To Crochet Quick Cat Pouch
Materials Needed:
- 5 Line Yarn
- 3.5 mm Crochet Hook
- Scissors
- Needle
- Stitch Marker
- Optional: 3D Eyes or Felt for the eyes
- Glue (Silicone or Hot Glue Gun)
Abbreviations:
- MR: Magic Ring
- Ch: Chain
- DC: Double Crochet
- Sl st: Slip Stitch
- Inc: Increase (2 DC in the same stitch)
Steps:
Cat Pouch Pattern:
- Magic Ring (MR)
- Wrap the yarn around your fingers and insert the hook under the loops. Pull the second loop to the front and twist it.
- For Round 1, Ch 2 (this counts as the first DC).
- Round 1:
- Work 12 DC into the MR.
- Tighten the MR by pulling the tail.
- Sl st into the second chain of the initial Ch 2.
- Round 2:
- Ch 2 (counts as the first DC).
- DC Inc in each stitch around (total 24 DC).
- Sl st into the second chain of the initial Ch 2.
- Round 3:
- Ch 2 (counts as the first DC).
- 1 DC in the first stitch, DC Inc in the next stitch - repeat this pattern around (total 36 DC).
- Sl st into the second chain of the initial Ch 2.
- Round 4 (Start working on the ears):
- Ch 1.
- Sl st into the next stitch.
- Switch to orange yarn with Sl st.
- Make 2 DC together in the third stitch.
- Triple Crochet (TrC) into the next stitch, Ch 1, another TrC into the same stitch to form the ear.
- 2 DC together in the next stitch.
- Pull the TrC stitches upwards to make the ear pointy.
- Switch back to white yarn.
- Make 3 Sl st.
- DC in the next 22 stitches.
- Make another ear with black yarn: 2 DC together in the same stitch, TrC into the next stitch, Ch 1, another TrC, and 2 DC together in the next stitch.
- Switch back to white yarn and make Sl st around until you reach the second ear.
- Fasten off and weave in ends.
Strap:
- Chain Strap:
- Attach the white yarn at the top of one ear, make 50 chains.
- Ensure the chain is not twisted and attach it to the opposite ear with Sl st.
- Fasten off and weave in the ends.
Face Details:
- Eyes:
- If using felt, draw and cut two circles for each eye in different colors (one larger and one smaller).
- Stick them on the cat using silicone or hot glue.
- Nose:
- Embroider the nose using black yarn.
- Whiskers:
- Embroider whiskers as desired.
Finishing:
- Ensure all tails are securely woven in and cut any excess yarn.
- Assemble any additional decorations or final touches as desired.
Tips:
- If using different colors, be sure to change the yarn color appropriately to match your desired design.
- For those using thicker or thinner yarn, adjust your hook size and tension as needed to keep the work flat.
Now, enjoy your adorable crochet cat pouch! If you need any further assistance, feel free to ask.
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