Crochet Marshmallow Cat Amigurumi Pattern

Materials

• Yarn:
  • Main Color: White (soft acrylic “marshmallow”/hairy or plush yarn)
  • Secondary Color: Any light yarn (if desired, for extra “fluff” by holding together)
  • Accent Yarn (fine): For arms and legs (opt for thinner/finer thread)
  • Embroidery thread or yarn scraps: For facial features (pink, black, etc.)
• Crochet Hooks:
  • 6.0 mm or size appropriate for main yarn (body)
  • 3.0 mm for arms & legs (thinner yarn)
• Yarn Needle: For sewing and embroidery
• Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill
• Scissors
• Optional: Craft Glue (to secure yarn ends, if desired)
• Tweezers: For stuffing and finishing small parts
• Stitch Marker: Recommended for rounds

Abbreviations (US Crochet Terms)

Abbreviation	Meaning
MR	Magic Ring
sc	Single Crochet
inc	Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec	Decrease (single crochet two together)
sl st	Slip Stitch
ch	Chain
BLO	Back Loop Only
st(s)	Stitch(es)

Special Notes

• The body is worked in the round (spiral) unless otherwise stated.
• Use a stitch marker to track the start of each round.
• Arms and legs are chains joined directly onto the body.
• For a more marshmallow-like appearance, combine one strand of fluffy yarn with regular yarn.
• Use BLO when instructed for best “side seam”/edge definition.

BODY

1. Start With Magic Ring

Round 1:

• Make a magic ring (MR).
• 6 sc into ring (6 sts).
• Pull ring tight.

Round 2:

• Inc in each st around (2 sc in each st) (12 sts).
  • [Tip: Chain 1 at the start; do the first sc in the base of the ch-1 for a neater join.]
• Sl st in first sc to join.
• Save

Round 3:

• BLO: Work this round in the back loop only.
• Sc in each st around (12 sts).
• Sl st in first sc to join.

Round 4–6:

• Sc in both loops in each st around (12 sts per round).
• [Total: 3 rounds, forming the sides.]
• Continue to sl st at the end of each round.

Round 7:

• BLO: Work this round in the back loop only.
• (Dec) 6 times around (6 sts total).
  • [Dec: Insert hook under BLO of next st, yarn over and pull up a loop, repeat for next st (two BLOs on hook), yarn over and pull through all 3 loops.]
  • Save

Stuff firmly with fiberfill before the opening gets too small.

Close:

• Cut yarn, leaving a long tail.
• Thread yarn needle, weave through remaining BLO of 6 sts, pull tight to close.
• Secure and hide the end inside the body.

ARMS & LEGS

Arms and legs are worked with a thinner yarn and smaller hook, attached via direct joining—no separate pieces needed.

Position:

• Attach arms between rounds 2 and 3 (sides), legs at the bottom corners.

Arm (Make 2, both sides)

1. Attach thin yarn and hook where you want arm placement.
2. Ch 4 for the arm length (adjust if you want longer/shorter arms).
3. Sl st in 2nd ch from hook, then in next two chains back toward body (you'll have 3 sl sts along chain).
4. Insert hook into next st on body, make a sl st to secure.
5. Fasten off and weave in ends, hiding them inside the body.

Leg (Make 2, at base)

1. Attach thin yarn and hook at desired foot placement.
2. Ch 4 (or more/less for longer/shorter legs).
3. Sl st in 2nd ch from hook, then in next two chains back toward body.
4. Insert hook into next st on base, sl st to secure.
5. Fasten off, tie securely, and hide ends.
6. Save

FACE EMBROIDERY

1. Nose/Mouth:
   • With embroidery thread or yarn, place the nose and mouth between rounds 1 and 2 of the body.
   • For the nose: A small horizontal stitch.
   • For the mouth: Small vertical or V shape just beneath the nose.
2. Eyes:
   • Place above the nose, spaced evenly.
   • Use French knots or horizontal stitches.
3. Blush/Cheeks (optional):
   • Embroider or use a tiny dab of pink yarn.

Assembly & Finishing

• Adjust stuffed body to a "marshmallow" shape by rolling gently.
• Arms and legs are “free” for playful, adjustable posing.
• If any yarn ends emerge, tuck or glue inside.
• Shape with fingers for the cutest marshmallow “pillowy” look.
• Save

Conclusion

You have completed your marshmallow cat! This soft and squishy character will delight as a plush toy, charm, desk buddy, or pillow. Adjust the size, color, and arm/leg length to create endless variations.

Pattern Corrections & Tips

• When working with fluffy or hairy yarn, keep stitches tight so stuffing doesn't show.
• Attach arms and legs securely to hold up to play.
• Use BLO (back loop only) for rounds as instructed to create crisp edges.
• If you want the cat to be even fluffier, use two strands of yarn together.
• For face placement, keep features relatively low and close—this increases cuteness!
• Hide and secure all yarn ends well for a clean finish.