15
Free Patterns for
Crochet Cat Toys
Engaging and interactive, these crochet cat toys will provide your cat companions with hours of entertainment. Toys play a crucial role in stimulating cats’ minds and bodies, particularly for indoor cats that have limited access to outdoor activities.
Crochet toys imitate prey, which cats love to carry around and toss, making them ideal for encouraging natural hunting instincts. These toys are also perfect for playing ‘chase and pounce’ games with your cat.
When selecting yarn for your crochet cat toys, choose a non-toxic, durable yarn that can be easily washed. Cotton is ideal. Avoid fuzzy yarns that may shed.
Watermelon Catnip Cat Toy by Yarnbae
This cute, catnip-filled crochet cat toy measures 4″ x 3″ (10 cm x 7.5 cm) when made in the listed materials. You can make a smaller version with #3 DK weight yarn and a 3 mm hook. This is an easy pattern that uses basic stitches and simple embroidery for the seeds.
YARN REQUIRED: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran in Black, White, Grass Green, and Bubblegum Pink.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.75 mm (F-5) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Toy stuffing, a darning needle, scissors, and dried catnip.
Crochet Mini Mice Cat Toy Pattern from Haak Maar Raak
The mini mice are about 2″ long (5 cm).
YARN REQUIRED: #1 / Super Fine / Sock / Fingering weight cotton, e.g., Scheepjes Sunkissed.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Scissors, a yarn needle, and stuffing material.
Crocheted Mouse for Cats from DROPS Design
This is a free pattern for a 4″ long crochet mouse toy. The toy is gently felted in a tumble dryer to give it a stronger surface, so you will need to choose a wool yarn.
YARN REQUIRED: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., DROPS Lima from Garnstudio.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Scissors and a yarn needle.
Amigurumi Sardines Crochet Cat Toy from Lion Brand.
This is such a cute pattern! It’s rated easy and measures 3½” x 5″ (9 x 12.4 cm).
YARN REQUIRED: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice in the Linen and Dusty colourways.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Stitch markers, scissors, a large-eye needle, a scrap of black yarn, dried catnip, and fiberfill stuffing.
Jasmine Stitch Cat Ball Toy by Catventurous Crochet
This is a beginner-friendly step-by-step tutorial for an easy crochet cat toy. It can be made in any weight yarn. You just need to choose a crochet hook that is 1-2 sizes larger than recommended for your yarn.
Colourful Kitty Crochet Cat Toy by DD’s Crochet
YARN REQUIRED: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: 9 mm safety eyes, scissors, a tapestry needle, polyester fiberfill stuffing, and a stitch marker.
Swirly Mice Toys for Cats by Julie Oparka
This is a beginner crochet pattern and a quick and easy project. The toy is crocheted with two strands of yarn held together – one variegated and one solid colour – and measures about 5½”/14 cm long (not including the tail).
YARN REQUIRED: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6.50 mm (K-10 ½) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Scissors and a yarn needle.
Kitty Squid by Cara Key
The finished squid is about 6″ (15 cm) long when made in worsted-weight yarn.
YARN REQUIRED: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Stuffing material, scissors, a yarn needle, and catnip (optional).
Fish Candy – Free Crochet Cat Toy Pattern from Lily Razz
YARN REQUIRED: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Small safety eyes, polyester fiberfill stuffing, scissors, a stitch marker, and a yarn needle.
Lily Sugar’n Cream Puffy & Stuffy Cat Toys from Yarnspirations
This is a free, intermediate-level pattern for a fishy crochet cat toy your cats will love. They’re about 3″ long (7.5 cm).
YARN REQUIRED: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Lily Sugar’n Cream.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.75 mm (F-5) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Stuffing material, scissors, and a yarn needle.
Door Hanger Bouncy Crochet Cat Toy Pattern from Lion Brand
This is an easy-level crochet pattern.
YARN REQUIRED: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Wool-Ease from Lion Brand.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Scissors, stitch markers, a yarn needle, fiberfill stuffing, and a bell (optional).
Goldfish Crochet Cat Toy Pattern from Lion Brand
YARN REQUIRED: #2 / Fine / Sport weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Fiberfill stuffing, bells, catnip, scissors, and a yarn needle.
Amigurumi Fish Bone Cat Toy from Zan Crochet
YARN REQUIRED: #2 / Fine / Sport weight or #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight, cotton yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Scissors, a yarn needle, stuffing material, and safety eyes.
Mosaic Goldfish: Free Amigurumi Crochet Pattern from Sweet Softies
This beautiful free pattern may seem like a lot of effort to go to for a cat toy, but it’s so beautiful! It would make a wonderful gift. It only takes 1½ to 2 hours to make, and it’s a no-sew pattern! Have I convinced you yet?
There are four different variations for the scales included in the paid instructions and just one in the free version. A cotton yarn with a good stitch definition is recommended. Choose a crochet hook one to two sizes smaller than the size recommended on the yarn label. Different yarn weights and hook sizes will give you fish with different finished measurements.
YARN REQUIRED: #1 / Super Fine / Sock / Fingering weight yarn, e.g., Friends Cotton 8/4 from Hobbii.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2.25 mm (B-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: 6 mm safety eyes, scissors, and stuffing material.
Rattle Ball Cat Toy by Catventurous Crochet
This is a beginner-friendly video tutorial for a crochet ball toy worked in basic single crochet.
YARN REQUIRED: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Scissors, a yarn needle, a stitch marker, stuffing material, and a cage bell insert (optional).
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