Last time, you learned how to crochet the black kitty with the pumpkin-face amigurumi. Today, learn how to crochet this cute and soft crochet kitty in a pumpkin plushie using thin plush yarn & a step-by-step tutorial for absolute beginners.
This cute little crochet cat has a kawaii chonky face that looks so sweet, which makes it a perfect desk buddy for fall.
You will love its little green pumpkin stalk hat and the no-sew bobble stitch legs. Can decorate your table as a companion, be a backpack, and even be given as a gift!
Tutorial to Crochet the Plush Pumpkin for Home Decor
This adorable Halloween-themed crochet project features a cute black cat sitting inside a cozy pumpkin. You start by crocheting a round ball for the pumpkin base, stuffing it softly with fiberfill, and pulling yarn tightly around the outside to create eight pumpkin ridges.
Next, you crochet the cat’s upper body and head, using bobble stitches to create tiny paws and surface stitches for the ears. After stitching on simple facial details, the cat is sewn into the top opening of the pumpkin, and a cute stem cap is glued on top to complete the look.
Skill Level
Easy / Upper Beginner: Best suited for crafters who are familiar with basic amigurumi techniques, working in continuous rounds, minor embroidery, and joining crocheted pieces.
Materials Mentioned
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Yarn:
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Chunky Udon yarn for the main pumpkin and cat body
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4-ply yarn for embroidering the cat’s facial features
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Crochet Hook:
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Tulip Gold crochet hook, size 4/0 (2.5 mm)
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Notions & Tools:
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Synthetic fiberfill stuffing
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Tapestry needle for seaming and shaping
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Craft glue (for attaching the top stem cap)
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Sewing pins for positioning
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Scissors
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Abbreviations Used
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MR: Magic Ring
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ch: Chain
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x: Single Crochet (sc)
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v: Increase (two single crochets in the same stitch)
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a: Decrease (combining two stitches into one)
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F: Double Crochet (dc)
Learn with the Pumpkin Plushie Tutorial
Written Pattern?
The 20-minute tutorial has all the instructions needed to crochet this beautiful pumpkin cat plushie. Or you can also use the YouTube New AI Ask feature.
