Create your own adorable amigurumi kitten with this beginner-friendly crochet pattern for Coconut the Cat.
This tiny crochet cat makes a charming handmade toy, nursery decoration, or thoughtful gift for cat lovers. With simple stitches and clear instructions, you can easily customize your kitten with your favorite yarn colours to create a unique little feline friend.
Coconut was inspired by a friendly neighbourhood cat who loved afternoon visits for chin scratches and snacks. Now you can crochet your own playful kitten to keep!
This pattern is so loved that it has been featured in the All-time Favourite Crochet Cat Patterns on Crochet-News.
What you get
- A digital PDF crochet pattern for Coconut the Cat
- Clear step-by-step instructions with helpful guidance
- Instant download link after checkout
Languages available:
- English (US terms)
- English (UK terms)
- Dutch
Difficulty
Level 1 of 4 – Beginner friendly (What does this mean?)
This pattern is suitable for beginners who are comfortable with basic crochet stitches and working in continuous rounds.
Time Investment
Approximately 6 - 12 hours, depending on your crochet speed and experience sewing together different parts.
Materials Needed
- Crochet hook (B/1 or 2.5mm)
- Needle
- Scissors
- Pins
- Fiber fill (polyfill)
- Safety eyes (5/16” or 8mm)
- Yarn and Colors Must-Have #001 White
- Yarn and Colors Must-Have #027 Brunet
- Yarn and Colors Must-Have #018 Bronze
- Phildar Coton 3 #2198 Camelia (or any other light pink)
- Yarn and Colors Must-Have #100 Black
- Phildar Coton 3 #1272 Cherise
Measurements
Using the recommended yarn and hook size, the finished crochet cat measures approximately: 10 cm (4 ") tall
Stitches & Techniques
This pattern uses basic amigurumi stitches:
- Chain (ch)
- Single crochet (sc) (US crochet terms)
- Slip stitch (slst) (US crochet terms)
- Magic circle (mc)
- Increase (inc)
- Decrease (dec)
- Colour changes
- Working in continuous rounds
If you’re new to these stitches, you can download my free reference sheet from the webshop.
Why you'll love this pattern
🐱 Beginner friendly and easy to follow
🧶 A quick and satisfying project
🎨 Easy to customize with your favourite colours
🎁 Perfect for handmade gifts or nursery decor
⭐ Featured in the All-time Favourite Crochet Cat Patterns
Make yourself a cute kitten amigurumi
Choose your preferred language, add the pattern to your cart, and enjoy instant PDF download after checkout so you can start crocheting Coconut the Cat right away.
