Create Your Own Lilian the Kitty Amigurumi: A Detailed Guide
Introducing Lilian the Kitty Amigurumi, a delightful crochet creation that will steal your heart! This adorable feline friend is meticulously handcrafted using the art of crochet, resulting in a unique and charming toy that is perfect for both children and cat lovers alike. Lilian is made with love and attention to detail, ensuring that every stitch is carefully placed to bring out her irresistible cuteness.
This crochet masterpiece showcases the skill and creativity of the artisan who brought this lovable kitty to life. From her tiny whiskers to her fluffy tail, every aspect of Lilian has been meticulously crafted to capture the essence of a real cat. With her endearing expression and soft, huggable body, Lilian is sure to become a cherished companion for anyone lucky enough to own her. Whether you're a seasoned crochet enthusiast or simply looking for a unique gift, Lilian the Kitty Amigurumi is a must-have addition to any collection.
Materials
- Rainbow Cotton 8/4 – Natural White 002 (5g)
- Rainbow Cotton 8/4 – Almond 089 (25g)
- Rainbow Cotton 8/4 – Rust 101 (20g)
- Rainbow Cotton 8/4 – Blue Sky 070 (3g)
- Rainbow Cotton 8/4 – Rose 044 (5g)
- Rainbow Cotton 8/4 – Red 058 (5g)
- Rainbow Cotton 8/4 – Bordeaux 060 (15g)
- Rainbow Cotton 8/4 – Green 084 (5g)
- Rainbow Cotton 8/4 – Blue Sky 070 (3g)
- 1 pair of 7.5 mm safety eyes
- Toy filling
- 2 mm crochet hook
Finished Size
Approximately 20 cm from toes to top of head.
Abbreviations
MR: Magic ring
Ch: chain
Sts: stitch (es)
Slst: slip stitch
Sk: skip
Sc: single crochet
Inc: Increase
Dec: Decrease
Dc: double crochet
Hdc: half double crochet
FLO: Front loop only
BLO: Back loop only
Rep: repeat
Fo: fasten off (number): number of stitches in the round or strip
Head
Use the White Yarn
R1: Cast on 6 sc in the magic ring (6)
R2: 6 inc (12)
R3: (1 sc, 1 inc) * 6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, 1 inc) * 6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, 1 inc) * 6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, 1 inc) * 6 (36)
R7: (11 sc, 1 inc) * 3 (39)
R8: (12 sc, 1 inc) * 3 (42)
R9: 42 sc (42)
R10: (13 sc, 1 inc) * 3 (45)
R11 – R15: 45 sc (45)
R16: 9 sc, 3 inc, 21 sc, 3 inc, 9 sc (51)
R17: 51 sc (51)
R18: (15 sc, 1 dec) * 3 (48)
R19: (2 sc, 1 dec, 2 sc) * 8 (40)
R20: (3 sc, 1 dec) * 8 (32)
R21: (1 sc, 1 dec, 1 sc) * 8 (24)
R22: (1 sc, 1 dec, 1 sc) * 6 (18)
Cut the thread leaving enough length for sewing. Stuff well with the fiberfill.
Place the safety eyes between row 12 and 13 at about 10 sts apart. Embroider the nose between row 13 and 14.
Ears (Make 2)
Use the Yarn Color Rust 101
R1: 3 sc in MR (3)
R2: 3 inc (6)
R3: (1 sc, 1 inc) * 3 (9)
R4: (2 sc, 1 inc) * 3 (12)
R5: (3 sc, 1 inc) * 3 (15)
R6: 15 sc (15)
Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Don’t stuff the ears. Sew the ear to the head between row 4 and row 11.
Make Up
Apply pink blush on the face.
The Bow
Use the pink yarn.
Chain 11.
Row 1: Starting in second ch from hook, 10 sc, turn back (10 sts).
Row 2 – Row 4: ch 1, 10 sc, turn back (10 sts).
Fasten off and leave a long end for sewing. Wrap the middle of the bow with a yarn a couple of times.
Sew the bow to the head.
Legs (Make 2)
Use the White Yarn
Row 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Row 2: 6 inc (12)
Row 3: (1 sc, 1 inc) * 6 (18)
Row 4 - Row 5: 18 sc (18)
Change to the Bordeaux yarn.
Row 6: BLO, 18 sc (18)
Row 7 - Row 8: 18 sc (18)
Cut and secure the thread. Make the other leg but don’t cut the thread and continue working the body.
(Use the Bordeaux yarn, insert 1 sc in the row 5: FLO, 3 sc in each st)
Body
Row 1: sc in the following 18 sts of the second leg, Chain 3 and join with the first leg, sc in the following 18 sts of the first leg, 3 sc in 3 ch, place a stitch marker in the last st [42]
Row 2: (6 sc, 1 inc) * 6 (48)
Row 3 – Row 7: 48 sc (48)
Row 8: (3 sc, 1 dec, 3 sc) * 6 (42)
Row 9 - Row 10: 42 sc (42)
Change to the Almond yarn.
Row 11: BLO, (5 sc, 1 dec) * 6 (36)
Row 12 – Row 13: 36 sc (36)
Row 14: (2 sc, 1 dec, 2 sc) * 6 (30)
Row 15: 30 sc (30)
Row 16: (3 sc, 1 dec) * 6 (24)
Row 17: 24 sc (24)
Row 18: (1 sc, 1 dec, 1 sc) * 6 (18)
Stuff the body. Cut and secure the thread. Sew the body to the head.
Front Panel
Use the Bordeaux yarn, insert one single crochet in the 15th sts of row 10, working continued,
Row 1 – Row 2: 14 sc, 1 ch, turn (14)
Row 3: 1 dec, 10 sc, 1 dec, 1 ch, turn (12)
Row 4: 12 sc, 1 ch, turn (12)
Row 5: 1 dec, 8 sc, 1 dec, 1 ch, turn (10)
Row 6: 10 sc, ch 20, join with slip stitch through both loops of a sc in the 37th sts of row 10 of the main part of Dungarees.
Cut and secure the thread.
Use the Bordeaux yarn, insert one single crochet in the 1st sts of row 6 of the front panel, ch 20 join with slip stitch through both loops of a sc in the 4th sts of row 10 of the main part of Dungarees.
Cut and secure the thread.
Use the Bordeaux yarn, insert 1 sc in the last stitch of row 6 of the front panel, (3 sc in same st) * 10.
Cut and secure the thread.
Rose
Use the pink yarn, ch 10, working in second chains from hook, 2 sc in each st, ending the row with a sl st. For finishing: Roll the rose and sew it together through the bottom!
Sew this rose to the front panel.
Arms (Make 2)
Use the White Yarn
Row 1: 5 sc in the magic ring (5)
Row 2: 5 inc (10)
Row 3 – Row 5: 10 sc (10)
Change to the Almond yarn.
Row 6 – Row 13: 10 sc (10)
Stuff the arms. Cut and secure the thread leaving enough to sew on the arms between rounds 17 and 18 of the body.
Ice Cream Bag
Ice Cream
Use the red yarn.
Row 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Row 2: 6 inc (12)
Row 3 – Row 7: 12 sc (12)
Change to the green yarn.
Row 8 – Row 9: 12 sc (12)
Row 10: 6 dec (6)
FO and leave a long tail for sewing. Stuff and close the opening tight.
Use the black yarn to decorate the ice cream.
Stick
Use almond yarn.
Row 1: 5 sc in MR (5)
Row 2 – Row 3: 5 sc (5)
FO and leave a long tail for sewing.
Sew the stick to the ice cream.
Use blue yarn, chain 30. Sew the chain to the ice cream.
Happy Crocheting and Thank You!