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Heart Cat and Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

Heart Cat and Bunny Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Heart Cat and Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates two heart-shaped amigurumi toys: a Heart Cat and a Heart Bunny, both worked in plush super-bulky yarn for an ultra-soft finish. You will crochet the heart body in two joined hemispheres, then add ears, muzzle, and a tail for each character. Clear round-by-round instructions and helpful photos guide you from the first magic ring to final assembly.

Heart Cat and Bunny Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Techniques include invisible decreases (FLO invisible dec), joining two pieces in-continuous-rounds, and simple color changes for striped tails. The pattern is designed for 4.5 mm hook with plush yarn for a squishy, huggable toy.

Why You'll Love This Heart Cat and Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it transforms simple motifs into a charming character with personality using minimal parts. I adore how the joined-heart construction produces a lovely rounded heart shape that is both decorative and cuddly. The plush yarn makes every piece irresistibly soft, perfect for snuggling or gifting. I enjoy the creative freedom here — you can mix colors, change eye sizes, or tweak facial features to make each toy unique.

Heart Cat and Bunny Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Heart Cat and Bunny Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Heart Cat and Bunny Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Heart Cat and Bunny Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love customizing these hearts by changing colors — try pastels for a nursery or bold brights for a playful accent.

I often switch yarn weight and hook size to create mini keychain versions or jumbo cuddle pillows; adjust stuffing accordingly.

I sometimes replace safety eyes with embroidered eyes for a baby-safe version and softer look.

To create different characters, vary ear shapes and muzzle sizes — longer ears for a bunny, pointed ears for different cat breeds.

I like adding accessories like tiny crocheted bows, scarves, or felt hearts glued or sewn on to personalize each piece.

Try embroidering freckles or blush with a few stitches of thread to give unique facial expressions.

If you want a striped tail, alternate two colors every round as shown for the cat tail; you can also create spiral stripes by changing colors within rounds.

I sometimes add a small loop at the top to hang the heart as an ornament or a bag charm.

Experiment with safety nose sizes or embroidered noses to change the character's personality and scale of the face.

I recommend making a test swatch first when changing yarn or hook size so you can predict finished dimensions and adjust placement of eyes and muzzle.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the stitch marker when working in continuous rounds leads to losing the start of the round; place a marker in the first stitch of each round to track your progress. ✗ Not stuffing as you go results in uneven shaping and gaps; stuff gradually and firmly during shaping rounds to maintain a smooth silhouette. ✗ Using a regular decrease instead of the invisible decrease can create visible gaps; follow the invisible decrease instructions (work in FLO) to keep seams neat. ✗ Forgetting to leave an 8-inch tail after removing the loop makes joining difficult; cut the yarn leaving the indicated tail to sew and secure pieces properly. ✗ Incorrect placement of safety eyes changes the toy's expression; measure six SC between eyes on rounds 10/11 as indicated to replicate the intended look.

Heart Cat and Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

Create two adorable heart-shaped plushies — a sweet cat and a cuddly bunny — using super-bulky plush yarn. This pattern guides you step-by-step through every round, shaping technique, and assembly detail so you can crochet charming, gift-ready toys. Perfect for making cozy, tactile friends with a soft, velvety finish.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Heart Cat and Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Plush yarn Himalaya Dolphin Baby 100 g/120 m (131 yards) or analogue (Premier Parfait Chunky); Weight: 6 Super Bulky; main color (pink) - approx 100-200 g depending on size
  • 02
    Plush yarn in white color for muzzle, ears and tail accents - approx 50-100 g
  • 03
    Optional small amounts of contrast yarn for nose or stripes

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 4.5 mm (US 7)
  • 02
    One pair of safety eyes, recommended 16 mm (for cat and bunny face)
  • 03
    Safety nose (for a Cat 16 mm, for a Bunny 8 mm)
  • 04
    Scissors
  • 05
    Darning needle
  • 06
    Fiberfill (polyester stuffing)
  • 07
    Strong thread for sewing (recommended for ears and tail)
  • 08
    Stitch markers (recommended)
  • 09
    Pins for assembly (optional)

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— Heart :

Info :

Crochet in main color. Hook size 4.5 mm. Pro-Tip: Work in continuous rounds. Do not join or turn unless otherwise instructed. It would be wise to use a stitch marker and place it in the first stitch of each round to mark the beginning of it.

Round 1 :

MR 6 (6)

Round 2 :

6 Inc (12)

Round 3 :

(Inc, 1 SC)×6 (18)

Round 4 :

(Inc, 2 SC)×6 (24)

Round 5 :

(Inc, 3 SC)×6 (30)

Round 6 :

(Inc, 4 SC)×6 (36)

Round 7 :

5 SC, (Inc, 11 SC)×2, Inc, 6 SC (39)

Round 8 :

(Inc, 12 SC)×3 (42)

Round 9 :

6 SC, (Inc, 13 SC)×2, Inc, 7 SC (45)

Round 10 :

SC around (45)

Round 11 :

(Inc, 14 SC)×3 (48)

Info :

Remove the loop from the hook. Cut the yarn with 8” yarn tail.

Info :

Make another piece just like the previous one by repeating rounds 1-11. Do not cut the yarn as we will continue using the yarn of the second piece.

Round 12 :

Attach the pieces to each other, put the open loop of the first piece on the hook. (When joined together you will work around both pieces) (82)

Infos :

Continue crocheting around the circle of the first piece and crochet 41 SC, and go back to the second piece, skip 7 St and crochet on the second piece 41 SC.

Round 13 :

13 SC, (Dec, 25 SC)×2, Dec, 13 SC (79)

Round 14 :

Dec, 24 SC, Dec, 25 SC, Dec, 24 SC (76)

Round 15 :

12 SC, (Dec, 23 SC)×2, Dec, 12 SC (73)

Round 16 :

(Dec, 22 SC)×3, 1 SC (70)

Round 17 :

11 SC, (Dec, 21 SC)×2, Dec, 11 SC (67)

Round 18 :

21 SC, (Dec, 20 SC)×2, Dec (64)

Round 19 :

7 SC, Dec, (14 SC, Dec)×3, 7 SC (60)

Round 20 :

(13 SC, Dec)×4 (56)

Round 21 :

6 SC, (Dec, 12 SC)×3, Dec, 6 SC (52)

Round 22 :

(11 SC, Dec)×4 (48)

Round 23 :

5 SC, Dec, (10 SC, Dec)×3, 5 SC (44)

Round 24 :

(9 SC, Dec)×4 (40)

Info :

Attach the safety eyes (16 mm) on round 10/11 with 6 SC distance. Stuff with fiberfill all the way.

Round 25 :

5 SC, (Dec, 8 SC)×3, Dec, 3 SC (36)

Round 26 :

(4 SC, Dec)×6 (30)

Round 27 :

(3 SC, Dec)×6 (24)

Round 28 :

2 SC, (Dec, 4 SC)×3, Dec, 2 SC (20)

Round 29 :

(3 SC, Dec)×4 (16)

Round 30 :

(2 SC, Dec)×4 (12)

Round 31 :

(1 SC, Dec)×4 (8)

Round 32 :

(2 SC, Dec)×2 (6)

Info :

Fasten off, hide the end.

Info :

Back view (the shaped heart body is complete).

— Heart Bunny :

Info :

Crochet in white color (muzzle, ears, tail). Hook size 4.5 mm.

Item Name (Bunny Muzzle) :

Make an oval, work on both sides of the chain. Ch 5, start in the 2nd Ch from hook, 1 Inc, 2 SC, in last loop 3 SC, 3 SC (10)

Round 2 :

2 Inc, 2 SC, 3 Inc, 2 SC, Inc (16)

Info :

Sl St and fasten off. Attach the safety nose (8 mm) on round 1/2.

— BUNNY EARS (make 2) :

Round 1 :

MR 6 (6)

Round 2 :

6 Inc (12)

Round 3 :

(1 SC, Inc)×6 (18)

Round 4 :

(8 SC, Inc)×2 (20)

Round 5-6 :

SC around (2 rounds) (20)

Round 7 :

(Dec, 8 SC)×2 (18)

Round 8 :

SC around (18)

Round 9 :

(Dec, 7 SC)×2 (16)

Round 10-11 :

SC around (2 rounds) (16)

Round 12 :

(Dec, 6 SC)×2 (14)

Round 13-14 :

SC around (2 rounds) (14). Don’t stuff.

Round 15 :

Fold the piece in half and crochet them both sides at once 7 SC (7)

Info :

Fasten off, hide the end. Make 2 ears.

— BUNNY TAIL :

Round 1 :

MR 6 (6)

Round 2 :

6 Inc (12)

Round 3-4 :

SC around (2 rounds) (12). Stuff with fiberfill.

Round 4 :

6 Dec (6)

Info :

Fasten off, hide the end.

— Heart Cat :

Info :

Cat tail, ears and muzzle are crocheted in white and joined/attached to the heart. Hook size 4.5 mm.

— CAT TAIL :

Round 1 :

MR 6 (6)

Round 2 :

6 Inc (12)

Round 3-5 :

SC around (3 rounds) (12)

Round 6 :

Change color to pink. 12 SC (12)

Round 7 :

SC around (12)

Round 8 :

Change color to white. 12 SC (12)

Round 9 :

SC around (12)

Round 10 :

Change color to pink. 12 SC (12)

Round 11 :

(4 SC, Dec)×2 (10). Stuff with fiberfill. Next part of the tail don’t stuff.

Round 12 :

Change color to white. 10 SC (10)

Round 13 :

SC around (10)

Round 14 :

Change color to pink. 10 SC (10)

Round 15 :

(3 SC, Dec)×2 (8)

Round 16 :

Change color to white. 8 SC (8)

Round 17 :

SC around (8)

Round 18 :

Change color to pink. 8 SC (8)

Round 19 :

SC around (8)

Round 20 :

Change color to white. 8 SC (8)

Round 21 :

SC around (8)

Round 22 :

Change color to pink. 8 SC (8)

Round 23 :

SC around (8)

Round 24 :

Change color to white. 8 SC (8)

Round 25 :

SC around (8)

Round 26 :

Change color to pink. 8 SC (8)

Round 27 :

SC around (8)

Round 28 :

Change color to white. 8 SC (8)

Round 29 :

SC around (8)

Round 30 :

Fold the piece in half and crochet them both sides at once 4 SC (4)

Info :

Fasten off, hide the end.

— CAT EARS (make 2) :

Round 1 :

MR 6 (6)

Round 2 :

(1 SC, Inc)×3 (9)

Round 3 :

(2 SC, Inc)×3 (12)

Round 4 :

(3 SC, Inc)×3 (15)

Round 5 :

Short row. 6 SC, Sl St (7)

Info :

Fasten off, hide the end. Make 2 ears.

— CAT MUZZLE :

Item Name (Cat Muzzle) :

Make an oval, work on both sides of the chain. Ch 6, start in the 2nd Ch from hook, 1 Inc, 3 SC, in last loop 3 SC, 4 SC (12)

Round 2 :

2 Inc, 3 SC, 3 Inc, 3 SC, Inc (18)

Round 3 :

17 SC, Sl St (18)

Info :

Fasten off, hide the end. Attach the safety nose (16 mm) on round 2/3.

— Assembly :

Step 1 :

Sew the muzzle to the heart. Cat muzzle sew at the level of 12-15 rows, lightly stuff with fiberfill. Embroider a mustache. You can pull the muzzle in the middle. Insert the needle under the nose and bring it out below the muzzle, pull off and hide the ends of the thread inside. Bunny muzzle sew at the level of 11-14 rows.

Step 2 :

Sew the ears, the place is depending on your preference. In the photo on page 16, it is indicated where the front side and where the back side of the cat's ear. Fold the bottom of the ear in half for the bunny, then sew it on.

Step 3 :

Sew the tail to the heart. Cat tail at the level of 7-8 rows. Bunny tail at the level of 1-2 rows.

Info :

Use strong thread to secure ears and tail. Hide all ends inside the toy. Your cute toy is ready!

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the muzzle to the heart: Cat muzzle sew at the level of 12-15 rows and lightly stuff with fiberfill before attaching; for Bunny sew the muzzle at the level of 11-14 rows and secure the safety nose as indicated.
  • Sew the ears in place according to your preference; for the bunny fold the bottom of the ear in half and crochet the base together (as described) before attaching.
  • Sew the tail to the heart: attach the cat tail at the level of 7-8 rows and the bunny tail at the level of 1-2 rows, securing firmly with strong thread.
  • Attach safety eyes (16 mm) on rounds 10/11 with 6 SC distance and make sure to secure backs firmly before final stuffing.
  • Embroider facial details such as the cat mustache and hide all thread ends inside the toy for a clean finish.

Important Notes

  • 💡Work in continuous rounds and use a stitch marker in the first stitch of each round to keep track of the beginning and avoid accidental joins.
  • 💡Stuff gradually and evenly while shaping the heart to maintain a smooth, rounded silhouette and avoid lumps or gaps.
  • 💡Use strong thread for sewing on ears and tails; it is not recommended to sew small parts with the main plush yarn because it may not hold securely.

This Heart Cat and Bunny set brings cozy charm to any room with their soft plush texture and sweet expressions. Handmade with super-bulky plush yarn, they are perfect for gifts, nursery decor, or a comforting cuddle buddy. Make one or both to spread smiles and add a warm, playful accent to your home. 🧶💖

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished heart measures approximately 6.3×7×3.5 inches; the cat measures about 7.5×7.9×3.5 inches and the bunny about 9.8×7×3.5 inches using the recommended yarn and hook size.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will change the final size; be sure to choose an appropriate hook for your yarn and adjust stuffing and facial feature placement accordingly.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate because it uses invisible decreases (FLO technique), joining two halves in continuous rounds, and several small crocheted parts; basic amigurumi experience is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete a single heart character in about 5-7 hours; total time will vary depending on experience, customization, and assembly time.