Spooky & Cute Crochet Halloween Pumpkin Cat Pattern

Transform your Halloween decor with the Crochet Halloween Pumpkin Cat pattern, ideal for crafting a charming and spooky seasonal touch!

This free Crochet Halloween Pumpkin Cat Pattern offers an exciting way to blend festive spirits with a touch of whimsy. Perfect for adding a unique flair to your holiday décor, this pattern combines the classic symbol of Halloween—the pumpkin—with the adorable charm of a cat. It’s an ideal project for crocheters at any level, providing a delightful challenge without the stress of complexity.

Imagine a Halloween project that marries charm and creativity effortlessly. Use this pattern to whip up an adorable pumpkin cat that can serve as a festive centerpiece, a playful addition to your home, or a thoughtful handmade gift. The benefits are numerous: enhancing your crochet skills, bringing a personalized touch to your Halloween decorations, and creating keepsakes that can be enjoyed year after year. This pattern is not just a project; it’s an opportunity to spread joy and creativity during the spookiest season of the year.

How To Crochet Halloween Pumpkin Cat

Materials Needed

4 ply cotton yarn (various colors)
3.5mm crochet hook
Pair of forceps for stuffing
Needle
Pair of scissors
One pair of 5mm eye beads

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Starting the Pumpkin Cat

Magic Ring and Single Crochets: Make a knot in a magic ring and do 6 single crochets into it.
Slip Stitch and Chain: At the end of each round, do a slip stitch to join and then make a chain to start the next round.

2. Crocheting the Arms

Single Crochet and Increase Pattern: In Round 1, make a single crochet followed by one increase. Repeat this pattern three times to have a total of 9 stitches.
Rounds 2 to 6: Single crochet in every stitch until the end. Make another hand following the same pattern.

3. Making the Ears and Tail

The video provides specific patterns for the ears and tail, which should be followed exactly as illustrated.

4. Crocheting the Stem

Magic Ring and Single Crochets: Use green color to crochet the stem. Make a knot in a magic ring and do 6 single crochets into it.
Slip Stitch and Chain: Finish the round, make a slip stitch in the first stitch, and then make a chain to start the next round.
Back Loop Only: In Round 1, do 6 single crochets in the back loop only.
Rounds 2 to 3: Single crochet in every stitch until the end.
Round 4: Do an increase in every stitch till the end, and work in the front loop only.

5. Crocheting the Body

Chains: Make 20 chains to start the body of the pumpkin cat.
Back Loop Only Pattern: In the following round, work in the back loop only. Start with a chain, then do one single crochet in the next chain, 3 half double crochets, 12 double crochets, 3 half double crochets, and one single crochet.
Repeat Pattern: Turn your work and repeat the same pattern until you reach Round 26.
Join Edges: After completing Round 26, join both edges together.