Introduction

Meet the Cat “Book-Club Preppy”—a cozy amigurumi companion styled for reading hours: sage vest with tiny pockets, cream Peter-Pan collar, dusty-rose skirt, classic Mary Janes, a mustard crossbody bag, and two mini crochet books to set the scene. The construction balances firm amigurumi structure with softly draped garments for a lifelike, photo-ready finish.

Please note: I strive for accuracy in every pattern, but occasional errors can happen. Thank you for understanding and for enjoying my designs.

Materials Needed

• Yarn (DK/Light #3):
  1. Cat main: warm beige/cream 70–80 g
  2. Inner ear/muzzle & collar: light cream 20 g
  3. Face details: pink (nose) scraps; dark brown (whiskers, shoe button)
  4. Vest: sage green 25–30 g
  5. Skirt: dusty rose 25–30 g
  6. Shoes: dark brown 20–25 g + a little beige for sock peek
  7. Bag: mustard 20 g
  8. Mini books: lavender + teal 5–8 g each; butter yellow for lettering
• Hooks: 2.25 mm (B) for plush; 2.75–3.0 mm for clothing/bag/books.
• Notions: Safety eyes 8 mm; fiberfill; tapestry needle; stitch markers; 3–4 small snaps or tiny buttons (vest optional; shoe strap faux button).
• Optional: Thin plastic/felt to stiffen bag flap slightly.

Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR (magic ring), ch (chain), sl st (slip stitch), sc (single crochet), hdc (half double crochet), dc (double crochet), inc (increase = 2 sc in one st), dec (invisible decrease), BLO (back loop only), FLO (front loop only), sc2tog (single crochet 2 together), rep (repeat), st(s) (stitch/es), rnd(s) (round/s), RS/WS (right/wrong side).

Gauge & Finished Size

• Plush gauge (2.25 mm): ~24 sc × 26 rnds = 10 cm/4 in in the round, worked firmly.
• Garment gauge (2.75–3.0 mm): ~20 hdc × 16 rows = 10 cm/4 in.
• Finished height: ~27–28 cm standing. Adjust hook to match.

Pattern Notes

• Work the doll in continuous rounds; place a marker in the first st of each rnd.
• Stuff as you go; the head should be very firm to support ear angle.
• Collar is a separate ring worn under vest neckline.
• Use invisible joins for visible edges (skirt hem, bag flap) to keep clean.
• All accessories and books are crochet only (no felt/fabric).

Placement Map (for accuracy)

• Eyes: Head Rnd 17, 12–13 sts apart.
• Nose: Centered across Rnds 18–19; width 3 sts.
• Ears: Sew between Rnds 4–6, ~11–12 sts apart; tilt outward ~10°.
• Arms: Attach at Body Rnd 26, 18 sts apart.
• Tail: Center back around Body Rnds 10–11.
• Bag strap: Length so bag sits at hip level.

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The Cat

Head (beige; 2.25 mm)

1. MR 6 sc (6)
2. inc ×6 (12)
3. (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
4. (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
5. (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
6. (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
7. (5 sc, inc) ×6 (42)
   8–14. sc around (42)
8. (6 sc, inc) ×6 (48)
   16–17. sc around (48) ← place 8 mm eyes on Rnd 17, 12–13 sts apart
9. (6 sc, dec) ×6 (42)
10. sc around (42) ← embroider small pink nose centered across Rnds 18–19; short vertical mouth
11. (5 sc, dec) ×6 (36) — begin stuffing firmly
12. (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
13. (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
14. (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
15. (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
16. dec ×6 (6). FO, close.

Muzzle (light cream; optional for subtle snout):

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc ×6 (12)
3. (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
   FO, lightly stuff and stitch centered low under eyes; blend edges. (If you prefer a flat face as in some versions, embroider nose directly without this oval.)

Ears (make 2; beige; 2.25 mm)

1. MR 4 sc (4)
2. (sc, inc) ×2 (6)
3. (2 sc, inc) ×2 (8)
4. (3 sc, inc) ×2 (10)
5. (4 sc, inc) ×2 (12)
   6–8. sc around (12)
6. (4 sc, dec) ×2 (10)
7. sc around (10), FO long tail. Flatten, no stuffing. Sew high on head between Rnds 4–6, angled slightly outward.

Body (beige; 2.25 mm)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc ×6 (12)
3. (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
4. (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
5. (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
6. (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
   7–10. sc around (36)
7. (5 sc, inc) ×6 (42)
   12–14. sc around (42)
8. (5 sc, dec) ×6 (36)
   16–18. sc around (36)
9. (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
   20–21. sc around (30)
10. (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
11. sc around (24)
12. (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
13. sc around (18) ← arm level
14. (sc, dec) ×6 (12) — stuff very firm
15. dec ×6 (6), FO. Sew head to body neatly (front-facing).

Arms (make 2; beige; 2.25 mm)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc ×6 (12)
   3–5. sc around (12)
3. (4 sc, dec) ×2 (10)
   7–18. sc around (10)
4. FLO hdc around for a soft cuff bulge (10)
5. BLO of Rnd 18: sc around (10). FO, lightly stuff palms only. Sew to Body Rnd 26, 18 sts apart.

Legs & Feet Base (beige; 2.25 mm)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc ×6 (12)
3. (3 sc, inc) ×3 (15)
   4–7. sc around (15)
4. (3 sc, dec) ×3 (12)
   9–10. sc around (12) — FO first leg.
   Second leg: repeat Rnds 1–10 but do not FO; ch 2, join to first leg and continue:
5. sc around leg A (12), sc in ch-2 (2), sc around leg B (12), sc in ch-2 (2) = 28.
   12–13. sc around (28). FO. Stuff legs firmly (to ankles); shoes go over.

Tail (beige; 2.25 mm)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. (sc, inc) ×3 (9)
   3–5. sc around (9)
3. (2 sc, inc) ×3 (12)
   7–12. sc around (12)
4. (2 sc, dec) ×3 (9)
   14–16. sc around (9), FO long tail. Stuff lightly; sew low-center back at Body Rnds 10–11, curve downward.

Clothing & Accessories

Peter-Pan Collar (light cream; 2.75 mm)

1. Ch 38; join to ring (ensure it slips over head).
2. hdc around (38).
3. Collar scallop shaping: (sl st, ch 2, 3 dc in next st, ch 2, sl st in next) rep around only on front half to create two rounded collars; leave back half plain. FO. Wear under vest; seam at back.

Sage Vest (2.75–3.0 mm)

Back panel:

1. Ch 26; hdc in 2nd ch and across (25).
   2–14. Ch 1, turn; hdc across (25).
   Front panels (make 2):
2. Ch 15; hdc across (14).
   2–14. hdc across (14).
   Assemble: Sew fronts to back at shoulders (3–4 sts each). Sew side seams leaving armholes ~6.5–7 cm.
   Armhole & hem finishing:

• Join yarn at each armhole; sc around 1 round, FO.
• At front edges and neck, work: Row 1 sc evenly; Row 2 (optional buttonholes) ch-1, sk-1 three times spaced on right panel; Row 3 sc back.
  Texture grid (optional to match photo): On RS, work surface sl st vertical lines every ~4 sts and a few horizontal lines to suggest a knit-like grid.
  Pockets (2): ch 7; sc 6 for 3 rows each; sew to lower fronts. Leave vest open or close with tiny snaps.

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Dusty-Rose Skirt (3.0 mm)

Worked in the round from waistband down for flare.

1. Ch 48; join to ring.
   2–3. hdc around (48).
2. Increase round: (3 hdc, inc) ×12 (60).
3. hdc around (60).
4. (4 hdc, inc) ×12 (72).
5. hdc around (72).
6. (5 hdc, inc) ×12 (84).
   9–11. dc around (84) for soft drape.
7. Hem: sc around; invisible join. FO.
   Waistband option: Thread a thin elastic or chain-cord through Rnd 2 to snug at waist.

Mary Jane Shoes (dark brown; 2.25 mm) + Sock Peek (beige)

Soles (make 2 per shoe, dark brown):

1. Ch 8; sc in 2nd ch, sc 5, 3 sc in last; rotate, sc 5, 2 sc in first (16).
2. inc at toe and heel (4 inc total), sc sides → (20).
3. BLO sc around (20). FO one sole; keep other live.
   Join soles: Hold two soles WS together; sc through both layers around (20) for firmness.
   Upper:
4. With dark brown, sc around picking 20 sts from joined edge.
5. sc around (20).
6. Toe shaping: sc 6, (dec) ×3, sc 8 (17).
7. sc 6, (dec) ×2, sc 7 (15).
8. sc around (15), FO.
   Sock peek: With beige, join at opening and work sl st, ch 1, sc around once to show a cream rim.
   Strap: Attach brown at outer side; ch 9; sl st to inner side to form strap. Sew a small dark-brown knot as a faux button on strap end.

Mustard Crossbody Bag (2.75–3.0 mm)

Body (oval base):

1. Ch 9; sc in 2nd ch and across 7, 3 sc in last; rotate, sc 7, 2 sc in first (18).
2. inc at both tips, sc sides evenly → (22).
3. BLO sc around to raise walls (22).
   4–7. sc around (22).
   Flap:
4. Work across back 12 sts only: sc 12; turn.
   9–12. sc 12.
5. (dec, sc 8, dec) → 10.
6. sc 10; add button loop (ch 6, sl st in same st). FO.
   Strap: Make a twisted cord or i-cord ~42–45 cm; sew to side seams.
   Swirl appliqué: With mustard or brown, surface-stitch a small C-swirl on flap. Add a tiny snap under flap if you want it functional.

Mini Crochet Books (Lavender & Teal; 2.75 mm)

Cover (make 2):

1. Ch 12; sc in 2nd ch and across (11).
   2–6. ch 1, turn; sc 11 each row. FO.
   Pages (cream):
2. Ch 11; sc 10 for 4 rows. FO.
   Assembly: Center “pages” on cover WS; whipstitch along the spine only so it opens slightly.
   Lettering: With butter yellow, embroider raised “CROCHET” across front cover using backstitch or surface sl st.
   Optional bookmark: ch 8 in contrasting color; sew inside spine; add a tiny tassel.

Assembly & Finishing

1. Join Head to Body: Align face; ladder stitch closed firmly.
2. Attach Ears: Sew between Head Rnds 4–6, outward tilt.
3. Embroider Features: Pink nose, short mouth line; two whisker bars per side in dark brown.
4. Tail: Sew low-center back with a soft downward curve.
5. Dress: Slip skirt on (tighten waistband if needed).
6. Collar & Vest: Place collar first, then vest. Secure tiny snaps if you prefer a closed vest.
7. Shoes: Put on, fasten Mary-Jane strap; add faux button.
8. Bag: Sling crossbody so the bag sits at hip; tack the strap at shoulder if it slides.
9. Books: Pose the lavender and teal books on the table; shape covers to stay slightly open.

Face & Pose Checks (Quality Control)

• Eyes on Rnd 17, spaced 12–13 sts.
• Nose spans 3 sts across Rnds 18–19; mouth 1–2 rnds.
• Ears high, clean triangles; even tilt.
• Vest v-neck centered; pockets level; surface-grid subtle.
• Skirt drapes evenly; hem straight.
• Mary Janes symmetrical; sock rim visible.
• Bag strap length places bag at hip; flap swirl visible.
• Books show raised CROCHET lettering.

Care & Safety

• Safety eyes are not toys for small children—embroider eyes if gifting to under-3s.
• Spot clean only; reshape while damp.
• Secure small parts (bag, buttons, books) if intended for play.