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Cat with a cup Amigurumi Pattern

Cat with a cup Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Stylish Touch

An elegant detail to elevate any look, combining traditional techniques with contemporary design sensibilities.

About This Cat with a cup Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a flat crochet tote bag with a bold intarsia cat-and-cup motif on the front panel. The design is worked in single crochet with color changes using bobbins or separate small balls. The bag is finished with a terracotta back panel, long handles, and a stitched assembly for clean edges.

Cat with a cup Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Detailed row-by-row instructions for the 84-row front chart are provided along with step photos showing color changes. The back, bottom and handles are also included so you can complete the entire tote.

Why You'll Love This Cat with a cup Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because the bold cat motif makes a big visual impact with relatively simple stitches. The intarsia technique allows you to add colorwork without carrying floats across the entire row, which keeps the wrong side neat. I enjoy how portable the project is — you can work the front panel in short sessions and assemble at the end. The finished bag is practical and holds its shape well with the dense single crochet fabric.

Cat with a cup Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Cat with a cup Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Cat with a cup Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Cat with a cup Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize this tote by changing the color palette — try pastels for a soft spring look or bold contrasting colors for a modern statement.

If you want a larger or smaller bag, change your yarn weight and hook size; bulky yarn plus a larger hook will give you a chunkier bag while fingering weight makes a slimmer tote.

I often add lining to my crochet bags for extra strength and a cleaner interior; use cotton fabric and sew a simple rectangle liner to fit the finished dimensions.

You can shorten or lengthen the handles by adding or removing rows when you make the handle strip — test the length by placing it over the shoulder before finishing the edging.

Try alternate edges around the top opening instead of a single round of sc — a round of crab stitch (reverse sc) or a decorative shell border can add a unique finish.

For a friendlier motif, substitute the cat chart with your own simple design or initials using the same chart method; adapt the per-row color counts to match your new chart.

If you prefer fewer yarn tails, use the weaving-in-as-you-go technique for intarsia, tucking short tails into the first stitch of the next color as you work.

Add small pockets inside or outside by crocheting a narrow rectangle and sewing it into place for quick-access items like keys or cards.

I sometimes reinforce the bottom by sewing in a thin piece of plastic canvas cut to fit, then covering it with a cotton liner — this helps the bag keep its shape when filled.

Don't be afraid to experiment with handles — make two shorter hand straps, a single crossbody strap, or braided straps from multiple yarn strands for a different look.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Changing colors without preparing bobbins can lead to tangled yarn tails; prepare separate bobbins or short yarn lengths for each color before starting the motif. ✗ Pulling the color change yarn too tight will pucker the fabric; maintain even tension and leave just enough slack so the piece lies flat. ✗ Skipping the turning chain rule confuses stitch counts on the next row; always turn and ch 1 and remember it does not count as a stitch. ✗ Forgetting to hide yarn tails makes the wrong side messy; weave in and hide all yarn tails with a tapestry needle as soon as sections are completed.

Cat with a cup Amigurumi Pattern

Create a charming crochet tote featuring a black cat holding a steaming cup — a stylish and functional accessory you can make at home. This pattern uses intarsia crochet to add the cute motif directly into the front panel and includes step-by-step rows, photos, and finishing instructions. Perfect for gifting or adding a handmade statement piece to your everyday wardrobe.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Cat with a cup Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Gazzal Baby Bamboo (50% acrylic/50% bamboo, 50g (1.76oz)/115m (125yd)) light terracotta (95242)
  • 02
    Gazzal Baby Bamboo (50% acrylic/50% bamboo, 50g (1.76oz)/115m (125yd)) yellow (95205)
  • 03
    Gazzal Baby Bamboo (50% acrylic/50% bamboo, 50g (1.76oz)/115m (125yd)) white (95227)
  • 04
    Gazzal Baby Love (45% acrylic/55% modal, 50g (1.76oz)/115m (125yd)) black (1629)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 2.5 mm
  • 02
    Scissors
  • 03
    Tapestry needle
  • 04
    Bobbins or small cardboard pieces for bobbins (for intarsia color changes)
  • 05
    Pins for assembly (optional)

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— Tips before starting :

Infos :

The front part of the bag is crocheted in the Intarsia crochet technique. If you did not crochet in this technique before, watch the YouTube video. You can find different videos on YouTube if needed. The front and back parts of the bag are crocheted in single crochet. Each square in the pattern indicates one single crochet. The front part of the bag is crocheted according to the pattern from bottom to top (see the chart below). The first row is crocheted from right to left. Crochet the front and back parts of the bag in back and forth rows (turn as you complete each row). Begin each new row with a turning chain.

Infos :

You can use bobbins (or a piece of cardboard to wrap the yarn around) for crocheting the colored blocks. Add more yarn once the yarn on the bobbin is finished. You can use as many bobbins as you like. Before starting work, you should have ready bobbins in pearl and rose colors. Try not to pull the yarn too tight when changing colors, but also do not let it be too loose so that there are no gaps.

— Front :

Info :

Start crocheting the front side of the bag. Chain 85 with white yarn. Start working in the second chain from the hook. After the end of each row turn and ch 1. The ch 1 does not count as a stitch.

Round 1 :

← Row 1 [RS]: (white) x 84

Round 2 :

→ Row 2 [WS]: (white) x 84

Round 3 :

← Row 3 [RS]: (white) x 84

Round 4 :

→ Row 4 [WS]: (white) x 84

Round 5 :

← Row 5 [RS]: (white) x 84

Round 6 :

→ Row 6 [WS]: (white) x 84

Round 7 :

← Row 7 [RS]: (white) x 84

Round 8 :

→ Row 8 [WS]: (white) x 84

Round 9 :

← Row 9 [RS]: (white) x 84

Round 10 :

→ Row 10 [WS]: (white) x 24, (black) x 30, (white) x 30

Round 11 :

← Row 11 [RS]: (white) x 29, (black) x 34, (white) x 21

Round 12 :

→ Row 12 [WS]: (white) x 19, (black) x 36, (white) x 29

Round 13 :

← Row 13 [RS]: (white) x 30, (black) x 36, (white) x 18

Round 14 :

→ Row 14 [WS]: (white) x 17, (black) x 30, (white) x 8, (black) x 2, (white) x 27

Round 15 :

← Row 15 [RS]: (white) x 27, (black) x 9, (white) x 1, (black) x 31, (white) x 16

Round 16 :

→ Row 16 [WS]: (white) x 15, (black) x 32, (white) x 1, (black) x 8, (white) x 28

Round 17 :

← Row 17 [RS]: (white) x 33, (black) x 3, (white) x 1, (black) x 33, (white) x 14

Round 18 :

→ Row 18 [WS]: (white) x 14, (black) x 33, (white) x 1, (black) x 3, (white) x 33

Round 19 :

← Row 19 [RS]: (white) x 33, (black) x 3, (white) x 2, (black) x 33, (white) x 13

Round 20 :

→ Row 20 [WS]: (white) x 13, (black) x 33, (white) x 1, (black) x 4, (white) x 33

Round 21 :

← Row 21 [RS]: (white) x 34, (black) x 3, (white) x 1, (black) x 34, (white) x 12

Round 22 :

→ Row 22 [WS]: (white) x 12, (black) x 33, (white) x 2, (black) x 3, (white) x 34

Round 23 :

← Row 23 [RS]: (white) x 35, (black) x 3, (white) x 1, (black) x 34, (white) x 11

Round 24 :

→ Row 24 [WS]: (white) x 11, (black) x 5, (white) x 1, (black) x 27, (white) x 2, (black) x 3, (white) x 35

Round 25 :

← Row 25 [RS]: (white) x 36, (black) x 3, (white) x 2, (black) x 26, (white) x 1, (black) x 5, (white) x 11

Round 26 :

→ Row 26 [WS]: (white) x 11, (black) x 5, (white) x 2, (black) x 10, (white) x 2, (black) x 12, (white) x 2, (black) x 4, (white) x 36

Round 27 :

← Row 27 [RS]: (white) x 36, (black) x 5, (white) x 3, (black) x 8, (white) x 3, (black) x 11, (white) x 2, (black) x 5, (white) x 11

Round 28 :

→ Row 28 [WS]: (white) x 11, (black) x 5, (white) x 2, (black) x 13, (white) x 10, (black) x 7, (white) x 36

Round 29 :

← Row 29 [RS]: (white) x 36, (black) x 29, (white) x 3, (black) x 5, (white) x 11

Round 30 :

→ Row 30 [WS]: (white) x 11, (black) x 6, (white) x 2, (black) x 29, (white) x 36

Round 31 :

← Row 31 [RS]: (white) x 36, (black) x 29, (white) x 2, (black) x 6, (white) x 11

Round 32 :

→ Row 32 [WS]: (white) x 11, (black) x 6, (white) x 3, (black) x 28, (white) x 36

Round 33 :

← Row 33 [RS]: (white) x 36, (black) x 28, (white) x 3, (black) x 6, (white) x 11

Round 34 :

→ Row 34 [WS]: (white) x 11, (black) x 6, (white) x 4, (black) x 27, (white) x 36

Round 35 :

← Row 35 [RS]: (white) x 36, (black) x 27, (white) x 4, (black) x 6, (white) x 11

Round 36 :

→ Row 36 [WS]: (white) x 12, (black) x 6, (white) x 4, (black) x 26, (white) x 9, (light terracotta) x 9, (white) x 18

Round 37 :

← Row 37 [RS]: (white) x 16, (light terracotta) x 13, (white) x 7, (black) x 26, (white) x 4, (black) x 6, (white) x 12

Round 38 :

→ Row 38 [WS]: (white) x 12, (black) x 6, (white) x 5, (black) x 22, (white) x 9, (light terracotta) x 15, (white) x 15

Round 39 :

← Row 39 [RS]: (white) x 14, (light terracotta) x 11, (black) x 13, (white) x 5, (black) x 18, (white) x 5, (black) x 6, (white) x 12

Round 40 :

→ Row 40 [WS]: (white) x 12, (black) x 6, (white) x 6, (black) x 36, (light terracotta) x 10, (white) x 14

Round 41 :

← Row 41 [RS]: (white) x 11, (light terracotta) x 13, (black) x 35, (white) x 6, (black) x 6, (white) x 13

Round 42 :

→ Row 42 [WS]: (white) x 13, (black) x 6, (white) x 6, (black) x 35, (light terracotta) x 14, (white) x 10

Round 43 :

← Row 43 [RS]: (white) x 10, (light terracotta) x 2, (white) x 2, (light terracotta) x 11, (black) x 33, (white) x 7, (black) x 6, (white) x 13

Round 44 :

→ Row 44 [WS]: (white) x 13, (black) x 6, (white) x 8, (black) x 21, (white) x 5, (light terracotta) x 17, (white) x 2, (light terracotta) x 2, (white) x 10

Round 45 :

← Row 45 [RS]: (white) x 10, (light terracotta) x 2, (white) x 2, (light terracotta) x 17, (black) x 4, (white) x 5, (black) x 17, (white) x 8, (black) x 6, (white) x 13

Round 46 :

→ Row 46 [WS]: (white) x 14, (black) x 6, (white) x 8, (black) x 25, (light terracotta) x 21, (white) x 10

Round 47 :

← Row 47 [RS]: (white) x 11, (light terracotta) x 20, (black) x 25, (white) x 8, (black) x 6, (white) x 14

Round 48 :

→ Row 48 [WS]: (white) x 14, (black) x 6, (white) x 9, (black) x 19, (white) x 5, (light terracotta) x 17, (white) x 14

Round 49 :

← Row 49 [RS]: (white) x 15, (light terracotta) x 15, (white) x 6, (black) x 19, (white) x 9, (black) x 6, (white) x 14

Round 50 :

→ Row 50 [WS]: (white) x 14, (black) x 6, (white) x 9, (black) x 20, (white) x 35

Round 51 :

← Row 51 [RS]: (white) x 19, (yellow) x 2, (white) x 14, (black) x 19, (white) x 10, (black) x 6, (white) x 14

Round 52 :

→ Row 52 [WS]: (white) x 14, (black) x 6, (white) x 10, (black) x 19, (white) x 15, (yellow) x 2, (white) x 18

Round 53 :

← Row 53 [RS]: (white) x 17, (yellow) x 2, (white) x 16, (black) x 19, (white) x 10, (black) x 6, (white) x 14

Round 54 :

→ Row 54 [WS]: (white) x 14, (black) x 6, (white) x 10, (black) x 19, (white) x 11, (yellow) x 2, (white) x 3, (yellow) x 2, (white) x 17

Round 55 :

← Row 55 [RS]: (white) x 17, (yellow) x 2, (white) x 4, (yellow) x 3, (white) x 9, (black) x 18, (white) x 11, (black) x 6, (white) x 14

Round 56 :

→ Row 56 [WS]: (white) x 13, (black) x 7, (white) x 11, (black) x 19, (white) x 7, (yellow) x 3, (white) x 4, (yellow) x 2, (white) x 18

Round 57 :

← Row 57 [RS]: (white) x 19, (yellow) x 2, (white) x 3, (yellow) x 3, (white) x 7, (black) x 19, (white) x 11, (black) x 7, (white) x 13

Round 58 :

→ Row 58 [WS]: (white) x 12, (black) x 8, (white) x 11, (black) x 19, (white) x 7, (yellow) x 3, (white) x 3, (yellow) x 2, (white) x 19

Round 59 :

← Row 59 [RS]: (white) x 18, (yellow) x 3, (white) x 3, (yellow) x 3, (white) x 7, (black) x 19, (white) x 12, (black) x 7, (white) x 12

Round 60 :

→ Row 60 [WS]: (white) x 11, (black) x 8, (white) x 12, (black) x 3, (white) x 4, (black) x 5, (white) x 4, (black) x 3, (white) x 8, (yellow) x 3, (white) x 3, (yellow) x 2, (white) x 18

Round 61 :

← Row 61 [RS]: (white) x 17, (yellow) x 2, (white) x 3, (yellow) x 3, (white) x 9, (black) x 2, (white) x 6, (black) x 3, (white) x 6, (black) x 2, (white) x 13, (black) x 7, (white) x 11

Round 62 :

→ Row 62 [WS]: (white) x 11, (black) x 7, (white) x 13, (black) x 2, (white) x 2, (black) x 2, (white) x 2, (black) x 3, (white) x 2, (black) x 2, (white) x 2, (black) x 2, (white) x 10, (yellow) x 3, (white) x 21

Round 63 :

← Row 63 [RS]: (white) x 20, (yellow) x 3, (white) x 11, (black) x 2, (white) x 2, (black) x 2, (white) x 2, (black) x 3, (white) x 2, (black) x 2, (white) x 2, (black) x 2, (white) x 14, (black) x 6, (white) x 11

Round 64 :

→ Row 64 [WS]: (white) x 12, (black) x 4, (white) x 15, (black) x 2, (white) x 6, (black) x 3, (white) x 6, (black) x 2, (white) x 11, (yellow) x 3, (white) x 20

Round 65 :

← Row 65 [RS]: (white) x 20, (yellow) x 3, (white) x 11, (black) x 3, (white) x 4, (black) x 5, (white) x 4, (black) x 3, (white) x 31

Round 66 :

→ Row 66 [WS]: (white) x 31, (black) x 19, (white) x 11, (yellow) x 3, (white) x 20

Round 67 :

← Row 67 [RS]: (white) x 21, (yellow) x 3, (white) x 10, (black) x 19, (white) x 31

Round 68 :

→ Row 68 [WS]: (white) x 31, (black) x 19, (white) x 9, (yellow) x 3, (white) x 22

Round 69 :

← Row 69 [RS]: (white) x 34, (black) x 19, (white) x 31

Round 70 :

→ Row 70 [WS]: (white) x 31, (black) x 5, (white) x 9, (black) x 5, (white) x 34

Round 71 :

← Row 71 [RS]: (white) x 34, (black) x 4, (white) x 11, (black) x 4, (white) x 31

Round 72 :

→ Row 72 [WS]: (white) x 31, (black) x 3, (white) x 13, (black) x 3, (white) x 34

Round 73 :

← Row 73 [RS]: (white) x 34, (black) x 3, (white) x 13, (black) x 3, (white) x 31

Round 74 :

→ Row 74 [WS]: (white) x 31, (black) x 2, (white) x 15, (black) x 2, (white) x 34

Round 75 :

← Row 75 [RS]: (white) x 84

Round 76 :

→ Row 76 [WS]: (white) x 84

Round 77 :

← Row 77 [RS]: (white) x 84

Round 78 :

→ Row 78 [WS]: (white) x 84

Round 79 :

← Row 79 [RS]: (white) x 84

Round 80 :

→ Row 80 [WS]: (white) x 84

Round 81 :

← Row 81 [RS]: (white) x 84

Round 82 :

→ Row 82 [WS]: (white) x 84

Round 83 :

← Row 83 [RS]: (white) x 84

Round 84 :

→ Row 84 [WS]: (white) x 84

Info :

Once the last row is finished, fasten off, and hide the yarn tail.

— Back part of the bag :

Info :

Light terracotta color yarn. Chain 85, and start working in the second chain from the hook.

Round 1 :

Row 1: 84 sc, turn

Round 2-83 :

Rows 2-83: ch, 84 sc, turn

Round 84 :

Row 84: ch, 84 sc

Info :

Cut yarn, and hide the tail.

— Handle of the bag (make 2) :

Info :

Leave a long tail for sewing at the beginning and end of the row. Chain 6 with light terracotta (white) yarn. Start working in the second chain from the hook.

Round 1 :

1 row: 5 sc, turn

Round 2-159 :

2-159 rows: ch, 5 sc, turn

Round 160 :

160 row: ch, 5 sc

Info :

Do not cut yarn and Crochet one circle round of sc around all handle. The handle using the materials stated in this pattern is ~24 inches / 61 cm in length. Make the length of the handle as desired.

— Bottom of the bag :

Info :

Light terracotta color yarn. Chain 10, and start working in the second chain from the hook.

Round 1 :

Row 1: 9 sc, turn

Round 2-251 :

Rows 2-251: ch, 9 sc, turn

Round 252 :

Row 252: ch, 9 sc

Info :

Do not cut yarn.

— Assembly :

Info :

Place the bottom and the back site part of the bag with wrong sides to each other and crochet them together using sc. Use light terracotta yarn. You will crochet on the right side, you will make 252 sc, then end the work. Hide the yarn tail.

Info :

Then crochet together bottom of the bag and front side. Use white yarn. Crochet on right side and make 252 sc, end the work. Hide the yarn tail. Sew the handles.

Assembly Instructions

  • Place the bottom and back panel with wrong sides together and crochet them together using single crochet with light terracotta yarn, working across the edge to make 252 sc; fasten off and hide the yarn tail.
  • Place the bottom and the front panel with right sides facing and crochet them together using white yarn, working across to make 252 sc; fasten off and hide the yarn tail.
  • Sew the handles to the top edge of the bag at even spacing; use the long tails left from the handle and a tapestry needle to secure them neatly.
  • Hide all yarn tails on the wrong side using a tapestry needle, trimming ends flush and weaving them into nearby stitches for a tidy finish.

Important Notes

  • 💡Begin each row with a turning chain (ch 1) and remember that the ch 1 does not count as a stitch in the row.
  • 💡Use bobbins or separate short yarn lengths for color sections to keep intarsia color changes tidy and untangled.
  • 💡Keep consistent tension when changing colors so the fabric lies flat and does not pucker or gap.

This cat-with-a-cup tote combines playful design with practical function — perfect for everyday use or as a handmade gift. The bold intarsia motif makes a statement while the terracotta trim adds a warm, finished touch. Enjoy making and gifting this cozy, stylish bag! 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished bag using the materials stated in this pattern is ~11.8 inches / 30 cm in height and ~13.4 inches / 34 cm in width.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights but this will affect final size; choose an appropriate hook size and expect changes to the stitch counts and finished dimensions.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate because it uses intarsia color changes and working from a chart; basic single crochet and color-change experience is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though the time may vary based on experience and how familiar you are with intarsia techniques.

How are color changes managed for the cat motif?

Use bobbins or small short lengths of yarn and switch colors as indicated in the row-by-row chart, keeping tails on the wrong side as instructed.