Basket of Kitties

Basket of Kitties Crochet Pattern

Project Overview

Basket of Kitties is a beginner-friendly crochet toy pattern designed by Moji-Moji Design. This downloadable PDF project guides crafters through creating adorable amigurumi-style cat figures, perfect for those new to crochet who want to explore toy-making techniques.

What Is Being Made

This pattern produces cute crocheted kitty toys that are designed to be displayed in or around a basket. The project combines multiple small cat figures into a cohesive collection, making it an ideal pattern for creating handmade gifts or decorative pieces for a nursery or shelf.

Crochet Techniques Used

The Basket of Kitties pattern employs fundamental amigurumi construction methods suitable for beginners. Key techniques include:

• Invisible decrease (invdec) stitching for creating smooth, tight fabric in toy construction
• Working in continuous rounds to build three-dimensional forms
• Slip stitch techniques for joining rounds and finishing edges
• Single crochet and double crochet stitches as primary stitch foundations

Stitches Used

The pattern utilizes standard American crochet terminology and includes the following stitches:

• Chain (ch) – foundation stitch for starting the project
• Single crochet (sc) – primary stitch for building dense fabric
• Double crochet (dc) – used for varied texture and structure
• Slip stitch (slst) – for joining rounds and finishing
• Invisible decrease (invdec) – specialized technique for seamless amigurumi shaping

Materials: Yarn and Tools

This pattern accommodates a range of yarn weights, offering flexibility for different finished sizes and textures. The Basket of Kitties can be worked using DK weight yarn for smaller, more delicate kitties or super chunky yarn for larger, quicker projects. Crocheters will need an appropriate crochet hook sized to match their chosen yarn weight, as well as standard finishing supplies for stuffing and assembling the toy figures.

Pattern Format and Difficulty Level

Available as a downloadable PDF, this pattern is classified as beginner level, making it accessible to crocheters who are new to amigurumi or toy construction. The clear structure and use of standard American crochet terminology helps ensure success for crafters at the start of their crochet journey.