Crochet Mini Kitty Pincushion

If you're looking for a cute and practical addition to your crafting supplies, the Crochet Mini Kitty Pincushion is an excellent choice! This adorable pincushion not only adds a touch of charm to your crafting space but also helps you keep your pins and needles organized and easily accessible. The crochet pattern for this mini kitty pincushion is simple and fun to follow, making it a great project for crafters of all skill levels. Whether you're an experienced crocheter looking for a quick project or a beginner eager to try something new, this pincushion is sure to bring a smile to your face as you create it. So grab your yarn and hook, and get ready to add a touch of whimsy to your crafting with the Crochet Mini Kitty Pincushion!

You will need

• Double-knit yarn in
• light peach
• red
• pink
• 2.5mm crochet hook
• Yarn needle
• Stitch markers
• 2 x 8mm safety eyes
• Thick card 4.5cm in diameter
• Fiberfill

Abbreviations (Stitches are in US terms)

• MR = magic ring
• ch = chain
• st = stitch
• Sc = single crochet
• inc = increase (2sc in one st)
• dec = decrease (work 2 sts together)
• BLO = back loop only
• FLO = front loop only
• rep = repeat

Pattern:

• Using red and a 2.5mm hook
• Rnd 1 6sc in MR (6)
• Rnd 2 inc each st around (12)
• Rnd 3 *1sc, inc* rep 6 times (18)
• Rnd 4 *2sc, inc* rep 6 times (24)
• Rnd 5* 3sc, inc* rep 6 times (30)
• Rnd 6 *4sc, inc* rep 6 times (36)
• Rnd 7 in BLO sc in each st around (36)
• Change to light peach
• Rnd 8 *5sc, inc* rep 6 times (42)
• Rnd 9 *6sc, inc* rep 6 times (48)
• Rnd 10-16 sc in each st around (48)
• Change to pink
• Rnd 17 in BLO sc in each st around (48)
• TIP I find it helpful to mark the first and last FLO of rnd 16 as I go, so they are easier to find later (figure 1)
• Rnd 18 - 19 sc in each st around (48)
• Place the circle of the card into the bottom of the pincushion to add some stability.
• Insert the safety eyes between rows 12-13, ten stitches apart.
• Start stuffing firmly and continue to stuff as we begin to decrease the stitches.

• Rnd 20*6sc, dec* rep 6 times (42)
• Rnd 21 *5sc, dec* rep 6 times (36)
• Rnd 22 *4sc, dec* rep 6 times (30)
• Rnd 23 *3sc, dec* rep 6 times (24)
• Rnd 24 *2sc, dec* rep 6 times (18)
• Rnd 25 *1sc, dec* rep 6 times (12)
• Rnd 26 dec 6 times (6)
• Fasten off and leave a long tail. Use a yarn needle to weave this through the FLO of the last round.
• Pull tight to close the hole. Weave in ends.

• Fasten off and leave a long tail. Use a yarn needle to weave this through the FLO of the last round. Pull tight to close the hole. Weave in ends.
• Turn your head upside down. We'll now be working in FLO of Rnd 16
• Using light peach and a 2.5mm hook
• Rnd 1*7sc, inc* rep 6 times (54)
• To add some texture to your brain work surface, single crochets in a wiggly line (figures 2 and 3)
• You are now ready to stick pins into your brain!