Chubby Gray Cat Amigurumi – Free Crochet Pattern
Skill level: Beginner to Intermediate
Hook size: 2.5–3 mm
Finished size: ~12–15 cm tall
Materials
- Yarn (DK/Light worsted):
- Gray – for body and limbs
- White – for belly, face, paws
- Pink – for cheeks, inner ears, belly dot
- Black embroidery thread – for whiskers and mouth
- 8 mm safety eyes
- Stuffing (polyfill)
- Stitch marker, scissors, yarn needle
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
Body (gray + white belly)
Start with white:
R1. MR, 6 sc (6)
R2. inc x6 (12)
R3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
R5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
R6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
Change to gray:
R7. (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
R8–16. sc around (42)
R17. (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
R18. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
R19. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
R20. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff firmly
R21. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
R22. dec x6 (6), FO and sew hole closed
Head (gray + white)
Start with white:
R1. MR, 6 sc (6)
R2. inc x6 (12)
R3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
R5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
Change to gray:
R6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
R7–13. sc around (36)
Place eyes between R10–11, 6 sts apart
R14. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
R15. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Stuff
R16. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
R17. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
R18. dec x6 (6), FO
Arms (make 2, gray)
R1. MR, 6 sc (6)
R2. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
R3–6. sc around (9)
Stuff lightly
R7. (1 sc, dec) x3 (6)
FO, leave tail for sewing
Legs (make 2, gray)
R1. MR, 6 sc (6)
R2. inc x6 (12)
R3–5. sc around (12)
Stuff lightly
R6. (2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
FO, leave tail for sewing
Tail (gray)
R1. MR, 6 sc (6)
R2. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
R3–12. sc around (9)
Stuff lightly, FO
Ears (make 2, gray + pink inner)
Outer ear (gray):
R1. MR, 4 sc (4)
R2. (1 sc, inc) x2 (6)
R3. (2 sc, inc) x2 (8)
R4. (3 sc, inc) x2 (10), FO
Inner ear (pink):
Repeat same as above, but FO after R3
Sew inner ear to gray ear, then sew both to head
Cheeks (make 2, pink)
R1. MR, 6 sc, sl st to join, FO
Belly Button (pink dot)
R1. MR, 5–6 sc, sl st, FO
Assembly
- Sew head to body
- Sew arms to sides of body
- Sew legs to bottom of body
- Attach tail at back
- Sew ears on top of head
- Sew cheeks and belly dot
- Embroider mouth and whiskers
- Optional: blush with fabric paint or felt
What is an amigurumi?
An amigurumi is a crocheted or knitted figure, usually shaped like an animal, character, or object with adorable features and childlike proportions. The term comes from Japanese: ami means “crocheted or knitted” and nuigurumi means “stuffed doll.” This craft technique has become popular worldwide due to its charm and versatility, serving as a creative outlet for both beginners and experienced crocheters.
Amigurumis are crocheted in spirals using single crochet stitches, increasing or decreasing to shape the different body parts. The most common materials are cotton yarn, acrylic yarn, synthetic stuffing, and safety eyes. Accessories like buttons, ribbons, or embroidery are also used to personalize each piece. While many patterns are beginner-friendly, some may include more advanced techniques such as color changes, facial embroidery, or complex assembly.
One of the reasons amigurumis are so popular is that they allow for the creation of unique figures, ranging from cute animals like cats and rabbits to characters from TV shows, video games, or even custom versions of real people. In addition to being decorative or collectible, they are also used as handmade toys for children, thoughtful gifts, or even therapeutic items, as the process of making them is calming and helps reduce stress.
Beyond the crochet itself, the world of amigurumi is a global community of people who share patterns, ideas, and tips. Thanks to the internet, thousands of free and paid tutorials are available in different languages and for all skill levels. Creating an amigurumi is more than just crafting a figure—it’s about bringing to life a creation made with patience, dedication, and a lot of love.
Qué es un amigurumi?
Un amigurumi es una figura tejida a crochet o ganchillo, generalmente en forma de animal, personaje o objeto con características adorables y proporciones infantiles. El término proviene del japonés: ami significa “tejido” y nuigurumi quiere decir “muñeco de peluche”. Esta técnica artesanal se ha popularizado en todo el mundo por su encanto y versatilidad, convirtiéndose en una forma creativa de expresión para aficionados y expertos del crochet.
Los amigurumis se tejen en espiral, utilizando puntos bajos y aumentando o disminuyendo puntos para dar forma a las distintas partes del cuerpo. Los materiales más comunes son hilo de algodón, lana acrílica, relleno sintético y ojos de seguridad. También se utilizan accesorios como botones, cintas o bordados para personalizar cada pieza. Aunque muchos patrones están diseñados para principiantes, algunos pueden incluir técnicas más avanzadas, como cambios de color, bordado facial o ensamblaje complejo.
Una de las razones por las que los amigurumis son tan populares es que permiten crear figuras únicas, desde animales tiernos como gatos y conejos hasta personajes de series, videojuegos o incluso versiones personalizadas de personas. Además de ser decorativos o coleccionables, también son utilizados como juguetes para niños, regalos hechos a mano o incluso artículos terapéuticos, ya que el proceso de tejerlos resulta relajante y ayuda a reducir el estrés.
Más allá del tejido, el mundo del amigurumi es una comunidad global de personas que comparten patrones, ideas y consejos. Gracias a internet, es posible encontrar miles de tutoriales gratuitos y pagos, en distintos idiomas, para todos los niveles. Crear un amigurumi es más que hacer una figura: es dar vida a una creación hecha con paciencia, dedicación y mucho cariño.
