Celebrate love in the sweetest way with the Amigurumi Hugging Cats, a heartwarming crochet pair that’s perfect for sharing cuddles and charm! 🐱💞🧶 With intertwined tails forming a heart and matching pastel details—a blue bow for her and a pink bowtie for him—this adorable couple is a must-make for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or anytime you want to add a little handmade affection to your space. Their gentle expressions and cozy embrace make them a delightful gift or keepsake for someone special.
Ideal for crocheters who adore romantic themes and expressive designs, this pattern invites you to stitch up a scene full of tenderness and whimsy. Personalize their accessories, play with soft color palettes, or create a whole family of hugging critters. The Amigurumi Hugging Cats are a joyful way to stitch up love, warmth, and a sprinkle of handmade magic—one loop at a time! 🧵🎀💕
🐱 Amigurumi Hugging Cats Crochet Pattern
Create this heart-melting pair of pastel cats locked in a tender embrace — their intertwined tails forming a perfect heart 💞. These Hugging Cats make a charming handmade gift for anniversaries, weddings, Valentine’s Day, or simply to celebrate love and friendship.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – involves shaping, structured limbs, and detailed assembly. Suitable for crocheters comfortable with working in the round and basic embroidery.
📏 Finished Size
Each cat measures 22–24 cm (8½–9½ in) tall when made with chenille or velvet yarn and a 3.5 mm hook. Together, they sit side-by-side with tails curved into a heart.
🧶 Materials
- Yarn (Velvet/Chenille)
- Blush Pink – 100 g (female cat)
- Baby Blue – 100 g (male cat)
- White – small amount (cheeks & mouth patches)
- Peach – noses
- Brown – whiskers
- Hook: 3.5 mm
- Stuffing: polyester fiberfill
- Safety Eyes (optional): 6 mm or embroidered eyes
- Tapestry Needle & Scissors
- Stitch Markers
🔤 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring sc – Single Crochet inc – Increase (2 sc in same st) dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
sl st – Slip Stitch ch – Chain FLO – Front Loop Only FO – Fasten Off
🩷 Pink Cat (with Blue Bow)
🐱 Head (Pink)
R1 MR 6 sc [6]
R2 inc ×6 [12]
R3 (sc, inc) ×6 [18]
R4 (2 sc, inc) ×6 [24]
R5 (3 sc, inc) ×6 [30]
R6 – 11 sc around [30]
R12 (3 sc, dec) ×6 [24]
R13 (2 sc, dec) ×6 [18]
Stuff firmly and FO.
🐾 Body (Pink)
R1 MR 6 sc [6]
R2 inc ×6 [12]
R3 (sc, inc) ×6 [18]
R4 (2 sc, inc) ×6 [24]
R5 (3 sc, inc) ×6 [30]
R6 – 13 sc around [30]
R14 (4 sc, inc) ×6 [36] ← adds slight pear shape
R15 – 19 sc around [36]
R20 (4 sc, dec) ×6 [30]
R21 (3 sc, dec) ×6 [24]
R22 (2 sc, dec) ×6 [18]
Stuff firmly; FO.
💪 Arms (Photo-Accurate Bent Shape)
R1 MR 6 sc [6]
R2 inc ×6 [12]
R3 – 10 sc around [12]
👉 Bend Shaping:
R11 (dec, 10 sc) [11]
R12 (dec, 9 sc) [10]
R13 – 20 sc around [10]
Stuff lightly but evenly so the elbow can bend.
FO leaving long tail for sewing.
Shape arms into a gentle curve as you stitch to wrap naturally around the other cat.
👂 Ears (×2)
R1 MR 4 sc [4]
R2 inc ×4 [8]
R3 (sc, inc) ×4 [12]
R4 – 6 sc around [12]
Flatten and sew to top of head.
🐾 Tail (Round Tube)
R1 MR 6 sc [6]
R2 sc around [6] for approx. 55–60 rows (~25 cm / 10 in).
Stuff as you go for a firm, rounded tail.
FO. Curve to form one side of the heart.
💙 Bow (on Ear)
Ch 9. R1–4 sc across (8). FO.
Wrap center tightly and sew to the left ear.
💙 Blue Cat (with Pink Bowtie)
Repeat the same head, body, arm, ear, and tail instructions in blue, switching to pink for nose and bowtie.
🎀 Bowtie
Ch 9. R1–4 sc across (8). FO.
Wrap center and sew under chin.
🧵 Facial Details
Eyes: Embroider closed crescent lines using black thread between R7–9.
Cheeks: With white yarn – MR 6 sc, inc ×6 [12]; sew beneath eyes slightly overlapping smile.
Nose: Small triangular stitch in peach between cheeks.
Mouth: Simple arched line below nose in brown or dark pink.
Whiskers: Stitch 3 horizontal lines per side in light brown.
💞 Assembly
1️⃣ Sew heads onto bodies angled slightly toward each other.
2️⃣ Attach arms so they wrap around the other cat – one arm in front, one behind.
3️⃣ Curve tails and join tips together into a heart shape; tack securely.
4️⃣ Attach bows to each cat (blue bow for her, pink bowtie for him).
5️⃣ Adjust stuffing and bending until the hug looks natural and balanced.
🌸 Finishing Touches
- Brush lightly to smooth yarn texture.
- Use invisible thread to anchor arms and tails for extra stability.
- Add a light touch of blush to the cheeks for extra warmth.
🐾 Final Look
Your Amigurumi Hugging Cats are complete – a pair of pastel sweethearts locked in a warm embrace with tails curled into a heart. Perfect as a gift for someone special or as a decorative reminder of love and togetherness. 🐱💞🐱
