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Christmas Tree Cat Amigurumi Pattern

Christmas Tree Cat 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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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Christmas Tree Cat Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a delightful Christmas Tree Cat amigurumi with layered ruffle body, hat, ears, arms, legs and a curly tail. It uses sport/fine yarn and simple amigurumi shaping to build each piece. The design includes step-by-step rows and finishing photos to help you assemble a neat finished toy. It is a warm and festive project ideal for gifting or seasonal decor.

Christmas Tree Cat Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

You will crochet a sculpted head, layered body ruffles, tiny hat with pompom, and small accessories. The instructions include color-change notes, FLO/BLO techniques, and exact stitch counts for consistent results.

Why You'll Love This Christmas Tree Cat Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it blends classic amigurumi shaping with a playful holiday twist that feels special to crochet. I enjoy the textured ruffle layers — they add personality and a festive silhouette that stands out on a shelf. The hat and tiny pompom are delightful finishing touches that make the piece feel handmade and joyful. I also appreciate that the pattern is detailed enough to guide you through color changes and finishing, so each finished cat looks polished and complete.

Christmas Tree Cat Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Christmas Tree Cat Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Christmas Tree Cat Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Christmas Tree Cat Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easily you can customize this pattern to create different looks — try varying the colors to make themed cats like red/white for Santa or pastels for a spring version.

To change the size, adjust your yarn weight and hook: use bulkier yarn with a larger hook for a cuddly, oversized cat, or thinner yarn for a delicate miniature keychain friend.

I often add embroidered cheeks or tiny felt accessories like a scarf or tiny gift to personalize each cat and give it character.

Swap the pompom color and size to match your decor — a metallic or glitter yarn pompom makes a festive top for holiday displays.

If you want more posability, thread a thin armature wire through the limbs before stuffing so you can pose the arms and tail.

Experiment with eye size: smaller eyes give a cuter, toy-like look while larger eyes create a characterful expression — always position them between R9 and R10 as instructed.

Try making a whole set of cats with matching hats and different ribbons to create a charming holiday village display.

I sometimes replace the white ruffles with a striped color gradient to create an ombre tree effect — it changes the visual impact dramatically.

For a sturdier ornament, sew a loop to the hat top before attaching the pompom so the piece can hang on a tree securely.

Finally, play with embroidery for facial expressions — small variations in whiskers or eyes can give your cat a happy, sleepy, or surprised personality.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not counting stitches after increases or decreases can cause the head or body to become misshapen; always count after each round to confirm stitch totals and correct errors immediately. ✗ Changing colors without securing yarn ends can lead to loose tails and unraveling later; weave in or secure color change tails as you go and leave enough tail for sewing seams. ✗ Skipping the FLO/BLO instructions will alter the ruffle effect and hat attachment placement; follow FLO/BLO directions precisely to create the intended layered texture and stable joins. ✗ Under-stuffing pieces causes flat or floppy shapes while over-stuffing distorts shaping; stuff gradually, checking shape frequently to achieve a smooth, even finish. ✗ Not placing safety eyes at the recommended rounds and stitch spacing may result in uneven facial features; position eyes between R9 and R10 with nine stitches between them as instructed.

Christmas Tree Cat Amigurumi Pattern

Create a charming Christmas Tree Cat amigurumi that doubles as festive decor or a handmade gift. This pattern guides you through crocheting a cute cat-shaped tree with layered ruffles, a tiny hat, and sweet facial details. You'll enjoy the clear step-by-step instructions, photos, and helpful tips to assemble each piece. Perfect for adding a handmade touch to your holiday season!

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Christmas Tree Cat Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Sport / Fine weight yarn (2) - White - approximately 50-80g for body and head
  • 02
    Sport / Fine weight yarn (2) - Green - approximately 30-50g for body layers and hat
  • 03
    Sport / Fine weight yarn (2) - Pink - small amount for ear inner detail
  • 04
    Yellow scrap - a small amount for pompom / eyebag sewing
  • 05
    Pompom 10mm for hat top

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 2.5mm (C)
  • 02
    Safety eyes 12-15mm (2 pieces)
  • 03
    Pompom 10mm (1 piece)
  • 04
    Stitch marker
  • 05
    Sewing needle
  • 06
    Scissors
  • 07
    Hot glue gun
  • 08
    Polyester fiberfill
  • 09
    Long piece of wire for tail (equal to tail length)

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— Head :

Round 1 :

8 SC in an MR (8)

Round 2 :

8 INC (16)

Round 3 :

(SC, INC) 8 times (24)

Round 4 :

(2 SC, INC) 8 times (32)

Round 5 :

32 SC (32)

Round 6 :

(7 SC, INC) 4 times (36)

Round 7 :

(5 SC, INC) 6 times (42)

Round 8 :

(6 SC, INC) 6 times (48)

Round 9-17 :

48 SC (48)

Round 18 :

(4 SC, DEC) 8 times (40)

Round 19 :

(3 SC, DEC) 8 times (32)

Round 20 :

(2 SC, DEC) 8 times (24)

Info :

Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Info :

*Stuffing*

— Ears (MAKE 2) :

Round 1 :

Begin with White Yarn. 6 SC in an MR (6)

Round 2 :

(SC, INC) 3 times (9)

Round 3 :

2 SC, INC, 2 SC, INC (12)

Round 4 :

3 SC, INC, 3 SC, INC, 3 SC, INC (15)

Round 5 :

4 SC, INC, 4 SC, INC, 4 SC, INC (18)

Info :

Change to pink yarn color when changing text color. Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.

— Hat :

Round 1 :

Begin with Green yarn. 6 SC in an MR (6)

Round 2 :

(SC, INC) 3 times (9)

Round 3 :

(2 SC, INC) 3 times (12)

Round 4 :

(3 SC, INC) 3 times (15)

Round 5 :

BLO, (4 SC, INC) 3 times (18)

Round 6 :

(5 SC, INC) 3 times (21)

Round 7 :

BLO, (6 SC, INC) 3 times (24)

Round 8 :

(7 SC, INC) 3 times (27)

Info :

Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.

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Begin with White yarn. Back to row 4 and crochet FLO: (3 CH, Sk, Slst) 7 times, 3 Ch, Slst.

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Crochet FLO in row 6: (3 CH, Sk, Slst) 10 times, 3 Ch, Slst.

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Crochet FLO in row 8: (3 CH, Sk, Slst) 13 times, 3 Ch, Slst.

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Sew BLO of hat between R3 and R4 of the head. Stuff it before sewing it closed.

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Sew the ears onto the head: from R4 to R10 of the head.

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Attach the eyes between R9 and R10, with a distance of 9 stitches between them.

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Use black yarn to embroider the nose, eyelid, and whiskers. Use yellow yarn to sew the eyebags.

— Body :

Round 1 :

Begin with Green yarn. 8 SC in an MR (8)

Round 2 :

8 INC (16)

Round 3 :

(SC, INC) 8 times (24)

Round 4 :

(2 SC, INC) 8 times (32)

Round 5 :

(3 SC, INC) 8 times (40)

Round 6 :

(4 SC, INC) 8 times (48)

Round 7 :

BLO, 48 SC (48)

Round 8 :

(10 SC, DEC) 4 times (44)

Round 9 :

44 SC (44)

Round 10 :

BLO, (9 SC, DEC) 4 times (40)

Round 11 :

40 SC (40)

Round 12 :

(8 SC, DEC) 4 times (36)

Round 13 :

BLO, 36 SC (36)

Round 14 :

(7 SC, DEC) 4 times (32)

Round 15 :

32 SC (32)

Round 16 :

BLO, (6 SC, DEC) 4 times (28)

Round 17 :

28 SC (28)

Round 18 :

(5 SC, DEC) 4 times (24)

Round 19 :

BLO, 24 SC (24)

Info :

Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.

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Begin crocheting the outer layers of the body:

Round 18 (FLO) - Part 1 :

Row 1: 2 Ch, 24 DC, Slst (green)

Round 18 (FLO) - Part 2 :

Row 2: (3 Ch, Sk, Slst) 12 times (white)

Round 15 (FLO) - Part 1 :

Row 1: 2 Ch, 32 DC, Slst (green)

Round 15 (FLO) - Part 2 :

Row 2: (3 Ch, Sk, Slst) 16 times (white)

Round 12 (FLO) - Part 1 :

Row 1: 2 CH, 36 DC, Slst (green)

Round 12 (FLO) - Part 2 :

Row 2: (3 Ch, Sk, Slst) 18 times (white)

Round 9 (FLO) - Part 1 :

Row 1: 2 CH, 44 DC, Slst (green)

Round 9 (FLO) - Part 2 :

Row 2: (3 Ch, Sk, Slst) 22 times (white)

Round 6 (FLO) - Part 1 :

Row 1: 2 CH, 48 DC, Slst (green)

Round 6 (FLO) - Part 2 :

Row 2: (3 Ch, Sk, Slst) 24 times (white)

Info :

*Stuffing*

— Legs (MAKE 2) :

Round 1 :

Begin with White yarn. 6 SC in an MR (6)

Round 2 :

6 INC (12)

Round 3 :

(3 SC, INC) 3 times (15)

Round 4-5 :

15 SC (15)

Info :

Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.

— Hands (MAKE 2) :

Round 1 :

Begin with White yarn. 6 SC in an MR (6)

Round 2 :

(SC, INC) 3 times (9)

Round 3-8 :

9 SC (15)

Info :

Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.

— Tail :

Round 1 :

Begin with White yarn. 6 SC in an MR (6)

Round 2-15 :

6 SC (6)

Info :

Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing. Use a long piece of wire, equal to the tail length, and thread it through.

— Assembly :

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Sew the body to the head. Sew the arms to the body, between R19 & R20.

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Sew the legs and tail to the body.

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Attach a yarn pompom to the hat to complete the product.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the body to the head securely, matching the neck opening of the body to the base of the head and using a whipstitch to attach evenly.
  • Sew the arms to the body between rounds 19 and 20, spacing them symmetrically and angling slightly forward for a natural pose.
  • Sew the legs to the bottom of the body, spacing them evenly on the base so the amigurumi stands steady, and attach the tail in the center back.
  • Attach the ears to the head from round 4 to round 10, and position the safety eyes between rounds 9 and 10 with 9 stitches between them before embroidering features.
  • Stuff each piece gradually before closing: stuff head and body firmly but evenly, stuff hat and limbs lightly for shape, and insert wire into the tail then sew closed.
  • Attach a small 10mm pompom to the hat top using hot glue or by sewing to finish the look securely.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to mark the beginning of each round, especially during increases and decreases, to keep track of your rounds.
  • 💡Follow BLO and FLO instructions carefully to form the ruffled outer layers; these techniques create the layered tree effect.
  • 💡Place safety eyes before closing the head and confirm spacing (9 stitches apart) for a balanced facial appearance.
  • 💡Weave in ends as you go and leave long tails for sewing pieces together to make assembly easier.

Thank you for making the Christmas Tree Cat — your handmade holiday friend is ready to spread cheer! 🎄🧶 This pattern brings together tiny details and ruffled texture to create a joyful seasonal amigurumi piece. 🎁 I hope this project fills your crafting time with warmth and festive fun — happy crocheting! ✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 12-15 cm tall when using sport/fine yarn and a 2.5mm hook; exact size will vary with yarn and tension.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, but changing yarn weight will alter the final size and ruffle texture; if you use thicker yarn, increase hook size and expect a chunkier result.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and assumes you know single crochet, increases, decreases, BLO/FLO techniques, and basic assembly skills.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, depending on experience level and how many breaks you take.

How do I attach the wire in the tail safely?

Use a long piece of wire equal to the tail length, thread it through the crocheted tail, and secure both ends inside the body or wrap wire with tape before inserting to avoid sharp edges.