How To Crochet Easy & Adorable Cat Paw Pouch

Whip up the cutest kitty companion with your crochet skills! We're making a cuddly Crochet Cat Paw Pouch that's absolutely meow-velous. Make a super soft, paw-shaped purse that's not just a nod to your favorite feline friends but also the purr-fect spot to stash your goodies.

Crochet Cat Paw Pouch

Materials:

• Yarn (color of your choice for the paw and a different, contrasting color for the pads)
• Crochet hook (size according to the yarn weight)
• A yarn needle
• Scissors
• Stitch markers (optional for marking the beginning of rounds)

Instructions:

• Base of the Pouch (Make 1 with each stitch type if desired):

Magic Ring:

•  Start with a magic ring.

Round 1:

• Chain 1 to close the magic ring.
• Crochet 11 stitches into the ring (use HDC or DC based on your choice).
• Pull the yarn to tighten the ring and close the hole.
• Slip stitch to the first stitch to join.

Round 2:

• Chain 1.
• Make 2 HDC or DC in each stitch around (total 22 stitches).
• Slip stitch to the first stitch to join.

For Round 3:

• Chain 1.
• (1 HDC or DC in next stitch, 2 HDC or DC in following stitch) repeat around (total 33 stitches).
• Slip stitch to the first stitch to join.

Round 4:

• Chain 1.
• (1 HDC or DC in each of the next 2 stitches, 2 HDC or DC in the next stitch) repeat around.
• Slip stitch to the first stitch to join.

Paws (Make 2):

Forming a Paw:

• Skip 1 stitch, then crochet 7 HDC or DC into the next stitch.
• Skip 1 stitch, slip stitch into the next stitch.
• Repeat this pattern to form 5 or 6 "paw" bumps, depending on your preference.

Finish:

• Cut the yarn, leaving a tail. Pull through the loop to secure.
• One paw should have a longer tail for sewing it onto the main pouch.

Paw Pads (Make as many as liked for decoration):

Magic Ring:

• Use contrasting color yarn.
• Crochet 6 single crochets (SC) into a magic ring.
• Slip stitch to the first SC to close.
• Cut yarn, secure and hide ends.

Assembly:

Attach Paw Pads:

• Position and sew the paw pads onto the paw bumps or attach using a hot glue gun.

Attach Paws to Main Pouch:

• Use the longer yarn tail to sew each paw onto the pouch.

Create a Strap (optional):

• Attach yarn to one side of the pouch.
• Chain a length sufficient to create a loop or strap.
• Attach the end of the chain back to the pouch with a slip stitch or sew in place.

Finishing Touches:

• Weave in any loose ends.
• Optionally line the pouch with fabric for extra durability and a professional finish.