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Lucky Cat (Version 2) Amigurumi Pattern

Lucky Cat (Version 2) 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 Lucky Cat (Version 2) Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a delightful Lucky Cat (maneki-neko) amigurumi complete with collar, spots, tail and a small pillow. It uses Yarnart Jeans yarn and details how to crochet each component and assemble them for a polished finish. Step-by-step round instructions and notes on sewing and finishing help you achieve a neat, professional look.

Lucky Cat (Version 2) Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Includes instructions for head, body, arms, legs, ears, spots, collar, tail and pillow. Clear tips on placement, stuffing and finishing are provided to guide you through assembly.

Why You'll Love This Lucky Cat (Version 2) Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it captures the sweet, welcoming personality of the traditional Lucky Cat while remaining compact and fun to crochet. I enjoy the mix of simple amigurumi shaping with little decorative details like the collar and spots that make each finished cat feel unique. I also love how the pattern is modular — you can change colors and tiny details to personalize every piece. The step-by-step rounds and notes helped me create a tidy, balanced toy I enjoy displaying and gifting.

Lucky Cat (Version 2) Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Lucky Cat (Version 2) Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Lucky Cat (Version 2) Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Lucky Cat (Version 2) Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize this Lucky Cat by changing yarn colors; try pastel shades for a softer look or bright hues for a festive feel.

I often make the pillow in a coordinating color or create a set of three cats in different colorways for a charming display.

Want a miniature keychain version? Use sport weight yarn and a smaller hook to scale the pattern down.

For a larger, cuddlier cat, switch to a bulkier yarn and a larger hook, and increase stuffing for a plush finish.

I sometimes add embroidered eyebrows or a tiny felt mouth to alter the cat's expression and personality.

Swap the wooden button for a decorative charm or tiny coin for a different collar accent; you can also embroider initials on the pillow.

Try using a metallic or textured yarn for the collar to give it a special shimmer that catches the light.

I recommend experimenting with placement of the spots and using contrasting outlines to make them stand out more dramatically.

For a posable version, I add a short length of wire inside the tail or limbs, then wrap with yarn before stuffing for gentle shaping.

If you like seasonal decor, I make themed collars or tiny props (like a mini flag or ribbon) to match holidays or personal style.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the stitch count checks during increases or decreases; count stitches after each round to ensure the shape remains correct. ✗ Forgetting to stuff as you go leads to lumps or uneven shapes; stuff gradually and firmly in small amounts for a smooth finish. ✗ Not separating yarn strands for facial embroidery can make lines look thick and clumsy; separate yarn into smaller strands for neat, delicate features. ✗ Closing pieces too tightly causes distortion when sewing; leave a long tail and use mattress or ladder stitch to join gently for a seamless seam.

Lucky Cat (Version 2) Amigurumi Pattern

Make a charming Lucky Cat amigurumi with this detailed pattern. Youll create a cuddly maneki-neko with collar, spots, and a small pillow using Yarnart Jeans yarn. The pattern includes step-by-step rounds, clear assembly notes, and helpful photos so you can follow along easily. Perfect as a handmade gift or a cheerful decoration for your home.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Lucky Cat (Version 2) Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Yarnart Jeans yarn (160m/50g) - White (01) - main color, quantity as needed
  • 02
    Yarnart Jeans yarn (160m/50g) - Black (53) - small amounts for spots and details
  • 03
    Yarnart Jeans yarn (160m/50g) - Red (51) - for pillow and accents
  • 04
    Yarnart Jeans yarn (160m/50g) - Pink (36) - for belly and nose details
  • 05
    Yarnart Jeans yarn (160m/50g) - Honey (84) - for collar and spots

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 2.3mm
  • 02
    One bell 12mm
  • 03
    One wooden button 10mm
  • 04
    Fiberfill for stuffing
  • 05
    Yarn needle

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— Head :

Round 1 :

8sc into magic ring (8)

Round 2 :

8inc (16)

Round 3 :

(sc, inc)*8 (24)

Round 4 :

(2sc, inc)*8 (32)

Round 5 :

(3sc, inc)*8 (40)

Round 6 :

(4sc, inc)*8 (48)

Round 7 :

(5sc, inc)*8 (56)

Round 8 :

56sc (56)

Round 9 :

(6sc, inc)*8 (64)

Round 10-14 :

64sc (64)

Round 15 :

26sc, mark the point, 12sc, mark the point, 26sc (64)

Round 16 :

64sc (64)

Round 17 :

9sc, (sc, inc)*8, 14sc, (sc, inc)*8, 9sc (80)

Round 18-22 :

80sc (80)

Round 23 :

(8sc, dec)*8 (72)

Round 24 :

(7sc, dec)*8 (64)

Round 25 :

(6sc, dec)*8 (56)

Round 26 :

BLO (2sc, dec)*14 (42)

Info :

Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing. Stuff the head.

Info :

Tip: separate the yarn into small yarns to have better result.

Info :

Use black yarn to sew eyes on round 15, sew mouth between round 17-19 and sew whiskers between round 18-21.

Info :

Use pink yarn to sew nose.

— Body :

Info :

Make a chain of 11ch. Start in the second chain from hook.

Round 1 :

9sc, 3sc into the last stitch, work on a long the other side: 8sc, inc (22)

Round 2 :

inc, 8sc, 3inc, 8sc, 2inc (28)

Round 3 :

sc, inc, 8sc, (inc, sc)*3, 8sc, (inc, sc)*2 (34)

Round 4 :

inc, 10sc, (2sc, inc)*3, 8sc, (2sc, inc)*2 (40)

Round 5 :

(4sc, inc)*8 (48)

Round 6 :

48sc (48)

Round 7 :

(5sc, inc)*8 (56)

Round 8 :

56sc (56)

Round 9 :

(13sc, inc)*4 (60)

Round 10-18 :

60sc (60)

Round 19 :

(13sc, dec)*4 (56)

Round 20 :

56sc (56)

Round 21 :

(12sc, dec)*4 (52)

Round 22 :

(11sc, dec)*4 (48)

Round 23 :

(6sc, dec)*6 (42)

Info :

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff the body.

— Arms :

Round 1 :

8sc into magic ring (8)

Round 2 :

8inc (16)

Round 3-4 :

16sc (16)

Round 5 :

(6sc, dec)*2 (14)

Round 6-7 :

14sc (14)

Round 8 :

(5sc, dec)*2 (12)

Round 9-12 :

12sc (12)

Info :

Stuff the arms. Flatten and fold the top of the arm, join and sc together the 2 opposing stitches (6sc). Leave a long tail for sewing.

— Ears :

Info :

(red and white yarn) - use the white yarn to make MAGIC RING, work in a continuous spiral.

Round 1 :

4sc into magic ring (4)

Round 2 :

4inc (8)

Round 3 :

(sc, inc)*4 (12)

Round 4 :

2sc, inc, 2sc, (2sc, inc)*2 (16)

Round 5 :

3sc, inc, 2sc, sc, inc, (3sc, inc)*2 (20)

Round 6 :

4sc, inc, 2sc, 2sc, inc, (4sc, inc)*2 (24)

Round 7 :

5sc, inc, 2sc, 3sc, inc, (5sc, inc)*2 (28)

Round 8 :

9sc, 5sc, 14sc (28)

Info :

Stuff the ears. Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing.

— Legs :

Round 1 :

6sc into magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3 :

(sc, inc)*6 (18)

Round 4 :

(2sc, inc)*6 (24)

Round 5 :

(3sc, inc)*6 (30)

Round 6-8 :

30sc (30)

Round 9 :

(3sc, dec)*6 (24)

Info :

Stuff the legs. Leave a long tail for sewing.

— Belly :

Round 1 :

6sc into magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3 :

(sc, inc)*6 (18)

Round 4 :

(2sc, inc)*6 (24)

Round 5 :

(3sc, inc)*6 (30)

Info :

Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing.

— Hand Spots :

Round 1 :

6sc into magic ring, slst (6)

Round 2 :

Change to honey yarn ch, 6inc, slst (12)

Info :

Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing.

— Body Spots :

Round 1 :

6sc into magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

Ch, 6inc, slst (12)

Round 3 :

Change to honey yarn ch, (sc, inc)*6, slst (18)

Info :

Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing.

— Head Spot :

Round 1 :

Ch5, start in the 2nd chain from hook: 3sc, 3sc-inc, 2sc, inc, slst (10)

Round 2 :

Ch, Inc, 2sc, 3inc, 2sc, 2inc, slst (16)

Round 3 :

Change to honey yarn ch, sc, inc, 2sc, (sc, inc)*3, 2sc, (sc, inc)*2, slst (22)

Round 3 :

Ch, 2sc, inc, 2sc, (2sc, inc)*3, 2sc, (2sc, inc)*2, slst (28)

Info :

Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing.

— Collar :

Round 1 :

Make a chain of 62ch. Start in the 7th chain from hook 55sc (55)

Info :

Fasten off, weave in the yarn end. Sew the button and the bell through the collar. Wear collar for the cat.

— Tail :

Round 1 :

6sc into magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3-9 :

12sc (12)

Info :

Don't stuff the tail. Flatten and fold the top of the tail, join and sc together the 2 opposing stitches (6sc). Leave a long tail for sewing. Sew tail to body on round 6.

— Pillow :

Round 1 :

Make a chain of 40ch. Start in the 3rd chain from hook 38dc, turn (38)

Round 2-13 :

Ch2, 38dc, turn (38)

Round 14 :

Ch2, 38dc (38)

Info :

Fasten off, leave a long tail about 40cm for sewing. Stuff some fiberfill in the pillow.

Infos :

Tassels (4): - Cut 20 equal yarns about 10cm. - Take 5 yarns and thread needle. - Thread the needle through one corner of the pillow. - Knot. - Separate the yarns into small yarns. Repeat the same steps for the remaining 3 corners.

— Sewing & Assembly :

Info :

Sew head to body. Sew ears to head between round 4-11. Sew head spot to the head between round 1-9. Sew legs to body between round 6-13, 2 legs apart 10sts. Sew body spots to the body between round 14-20. Sew belly to body between round 10-19. Sew arms to body. Sew arm spots to arms. Use pink yarn to sew lines in legs.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew head to body using the long tail left from the head; align neck opening with top of body and sew securely with a yarn needle.
  • Attach ears to the head between rounds 4-11, spacing them symmetrically and sewing through the base with matching yarn.
  • Sew legs to the bottom of the body between rounds 6-13, positioning the two legs 10 stitches apart so the cat sits stably.
  • Sew body spots to the body between rounds 14-20 and sew the head spot to the head between rounds 1-9 using the long tails for accurate placement.
  • Flatten and fold arm tops, join and sc together the 2 opposing stitches (6sc) then sew arms to the sides of the body.
  • Sew belly to the body between rounds 10-19, aligning center and smoothing stuffing for an even shape.
  • Weave in ends and add collar: sew button and bell through the collar then place collar around the neck and secure in position.

Important Notes

  • 💡Make invisible decrease stitches where indicated to have a neater finish and better shaping.
  • 💡Use stitch markers to mark rounds and key points (eye placement, neck seam) to keep symmetry and accurate shaping.
  • 💡Stuff gradually and evenly - overstuffing distorts shape while understuffing causes flat areas.
  • 💡Leave long tails when fastening off pieces intended for sewing to make assembly easier and more secure.

This Lucky Cat amigurumi pattern brings a touch of handmade luck to your home in a compact, sweet package. Whether youre gifting it or keeping it for yourself, the little details like the collar and spots make it truly special. Enjoy the meditative rhythm of crocheting and the joy of finishing a charming toy. 🧶✨🐱

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished doll size is approximately 4 inches tall when using the recommended Yarnart Jeans yarn and 2.3mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights but the final size and stitch tension will change; choose an appropriate hook for your yarn and adjust stitch counts if needed.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and assumes you are comfortable with magic ring, increases, decreases and working in continuous spiral; basic amigurumi experience is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, depending on experience level and how much time you spend on assembly and finishing.