Almost NO SEW Loaf Cat Crochet Tutorial! BEGINNER FRIENDLY!!!

Introduction

This tutorial will guide you through creating an adorable Almost No Sew Loaf Cat using crochet techniques. Designed for beginners, this pattern requires minimal sewing, making it a fun and quick project. You can customize your loaf cat using different yarn colors and sizes, perfect for using up scrap yarn.

Step 1: Gather Your Supplies

Before starting, ensure you have the following materials:

• Yarn:
  • Main color (size 4 yarn, e.g., Stylecraft Special Aran or Paintbox Simply Aran)
  • A small amount of white yarn for eye details
• Crochet Hook: 3.0mm for size 4 yarn
• Safety Eyes: 6mm
• Tapestry Needle
• Scissors
• Stitch Marker
• Stuffing (e.g., from old pillows or scrap yarn)

Step 2: Understand Basic Techniques

• Magic Circle: This method creates a tight center for your crochet work.
• Yarn Under vs. Yarn Over: The tutorial uses the yarn under method for a neater finish, but you can use yarn over if preferred.
• US Terms: This tutorial follows US crochet terminology.

Step 3: Start the Body

1. Create a magic circle and crochet 6 single crochets into it.
2. Pull the circle tight.
3. For Round 1, increase in each stitch (2 single crochets per stitch) for a total of 12 stitches.
4. For Round 2, do (1 single crochet, 1 increase) around for 18 stitches.
5. Continue increasing as follows:
   • Round 3: (2 single crochets, 1 increase) for 24 stitches
   • Round 4: (3 single crochets, 1 increase) for 30 stitches
   • Round 5: (4 single crochets, 1 increase) for 36 stitches

Step 4: Create Ears and Feet

1. Round 6:
   • Sc 2
   • In the front loop only, Sc, Ch 2, Sc in the 2nd Ch from the hook, Sc in the same front loop. Repeat pattern.
   • Sc 5, repeat the pattern again, then Sc 27 to finish.
2. Round 7:
   • Sc 2, Sc in the back loop of the stitch from two rounds ago, then continue in both loops, Sc to finish.
3. Round 8:
   • Sc 20, Bobble stitch, Sc 3, Bobble stitch, Sc to finish.

Step 5: Embroider the Face

1. Use your tapestry needle and white yarn to create the eyes.
2. Attach safety eyes in your desired position.
3. Use black thread to create the mouth and whiskers, ensuring to tie off securely.

Step 6: Complete the Body

1. Continue crocheting (Rounds 9-19) with Sc around for 36 stitches.
2. For Rounds 20-22, continue using Bobble stitches for the feet.
3. Start decreasing:
   • Round 22: (4 single crochets, 1 invisible decrease) for 30 stitches.
   • Round 23: (3 single crochets, 1 invisible decrease) for 24 stitches.
   • Round 24: (2 single crochets, 1 invisible decrease) for 18 stitches.
4. Stuff the body.
5. Rounds 25-26: (1 single crochet, 1 invisible decrease) to finish with 6 stitches.

Step 7: Make the Tail

1. Start with a new magic circle, Sc 6, then continue for 12 rounds of Sc around.
2. Cut the yarn and leave a tail for sewing.

Step 8: Attach the Tail

1. Position the tail on the back of the loaf cat.
2. Sew securely using the tapestry needle, making sure it is well attached.
3. Hide any loose yarn and secure with a knot.

Conclusion

Congratulations, you’ve created your very own loaf cat! Feel free to experiment with colors and sizes, and don't forget to share your creations on social media. Keep an eye out for future patterns, including a special Halloween add-on for your loaf cat! Happy crocheting!