Free Crochet Pattern – Cat Head Shaped Coaster

Do you need a quick and fun project that’s both useful and adorable? This little cat head coaster works up fast and makes the purr-fect gift for cat lovers! It’s basically a round coaster with two simple ears added at the top. Use your favorite yarn colors to match your own kitty, or make a whole rainbow of cats! 🐱

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Materials:

• Worsted weight cotton yarn (great for absorbency)
• Size G/4.0 mm crochet hook
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends
• Scissors

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Abbreviations (US terms):

• MR = Magic Ring
• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet
• hdc = half double crochet
• dc = double crochet
• sl st = slip stitch
• st(s) = stitch(es)

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Pattern:

Round (Head):

1. MR, 6 sc in ring (6)
2. 2 sc in each st around (12)
3. Sc 1, 2 sc in next st repeat around (18)
4. Sc 2, 2 sc in next st repeat around (24)
5. Sc 3, 2 sc in next st repeat around (30)
6. Sc 4, 2 sc in next st repeat around (36)
7. Sc 5, 2 sc in next st repeat around (42)

(Adjust size by adding or subtracting rounds—stop when you’re happy with the coaster’s size.)

Ear (make 2 directly on coaster):

1. Join yarn where you want an ear. Ch 1, sc in next st, hdc in next st, dc in next st, hdc in next st, sc in next st.
2. Turn, sl st across stitches to shape the top of the ear. Fasten off.
3. Repeat for the second ear, spaced evenly across the top of the head.

Finishing:

• Weave in all ends.
• Block lightly if desired.
• Optional: Add embroidered whiskers, eyes, or a nose if you’d like to turn it into a “cat face coaster.”