Crochet Spiral Cat Appliqué – Free Pattern

If you love crocheting cute and decorative appliqués, this Crochet Spiral Cat pattern is perfect for you! This adorable design features a charming curled tail, making it ideal for embellishing blankets, bags, pillows, or even turning into a keychain. With just a few basic stitches, you can create a unique and playful cat in any color combination you like.

This pattern is beginner-friendly and works up quickly. The spiral technique creates a beautiful effect for the cat’s body, while the ears and tail add the perfect finishing touch. You can make it in a single color or mix and match shades to personalize your little feline. Plus, it’s a great way to use up leftover yarn from other projects!

Whether you’re making these cute crochet cats as gifts, decorations, or fun appliqués for your projects, they are sure to bring joy and creativity to your crochet work. Follow the step-by-step instructions below and start crocheting your own Spiral Cat today!

Crochet Spiral Cat Appliqué – Free Pattern

Materials:
Two yarn colors (one for the body and one for the tail & ears)
Crochet hook suitable for your yarn
Scissors
Tapestry needle (for weaving in ends)

Crochet Spiral Cat Pattern

Part 1 – Spiral Body

Magic ring: Make a magic ring and chain 2 (does not count as a stitch).
Round 1: Work 6 single crochets (sc) into the ring. Pull the tail to close the loop.

Round 2: Work 2 double crochets (dc) into each stitch around. (Total: 12 dc)
Round 3: 1 dc in the first stitch, 2 dc in the next stitch. Repeat around. (Total: 18 dc)

Round 4: 1 dc in each of the next 2 stitches, 2 dc in the next stitch. Repeat around. (Total: 24 dc)
Round 5: Continue increasing in this pattern until the spiral reaches your desired size. Fasten off the yarn.

Part 2 – Head & Ears

With the second color, join yarn at the top of the spiral and chain 3 (counts as 1 dc).
In the same stitch, work 2 dc, 1 ch, 3 dc (this forms the first ear).

Skip 2 stitches and make 1 single crochet (sc) in the next stitch.
Skip 2 stitches and, in the next stitch, work 3 dc, 1 ch, 3 dc (this forms the second ear).
Fasten off and weave in ends.

Part 3 – Tail

With the same color as the head, attach yarn to the side of the spiral.
Chain a length long enough for the tail.

Work back along the chain using single crochet (sc) or half double crochet (hdc) for thickness.
Attach the end of the tail to the body and fasten off.

Diagram

Finishing Touches:

Weave in all loose ends using the tapestry needle.
You can block the appliqué to give it a neater shape.

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This cute crochet cat can be used for embellishing different projects or as a standalone decorative piece. Have fun crocheting, and don’t forget to experiment with different colors! 😊🐱