Crochet cat bed pattern
Give your cat a soft, cozy spot to curl up with this chunky round crochet bed. The thick, cushioned sides create a snug little nest that’s comfortable for naps and looks cute sitting in your home. It also makes a thoughtful handmade gift for a cat lover.
Quick answer
This beginner crochet cat bed is worked from the center out in joined rounds using jumbo weight (#7) yarn and a P/Q (15 mm) crochet hook. Single crochet increases form the flat circular base, a back-loop-only round creates the turning edge, and straight single crochet rounds build the sides. The finished bed measures approximately 15 inches (38 cm) wide and 5.5 inches (14 cm) tall.
Crochet cat bed pattern details
Here’s a quick overview of the materials, sizing, gauge, and pattern notes before you begin.
Skill level
Beginner — This pattern uses single crochet, simple increases, back-loop-only stitches, and joined rounds.
Materials needed
- P/Q (15 mm) crochet hook
- Jumbo weight yarn (#7)
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
Finished size
The finished crochet cat bed measures approximately 15 inches (38 cm) wide by 5.5 inches (14 cm) tall.
Gauge
6 sc stitches and 5 sc rounds = 4 inches (10 cm)
Learn how to check crochet gauge before you begin so you can adjust your hook size if needed.
Crochet abbreviations
- sc = single crochet
- ch/chs = chain/chains
- st/sts = stitch/stitches
- sl st = slip stitch
- blo = back loop only
Pattern notes
- The bed is worked from the center out in joined rounds.
- The ch 1 at the beginning of a round does not count as a stitch.
- Join each round with a slip stitch to the first sc made.
- Repeat instructions between the asterisks (*) as indicated.
- The stitch count is listed at the end of each round.
- The pattern is written in US crochet terms.
Magic circle alternative
If you prefer not to use a magic circle, start Round 1 this way instead:
Round 1: Ch 2, work 7 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, join with a sl st to the first sc. (7 stitches)
Free crochet cat bed pattern instructions
Round 1: Magic circle, 7 sc, join with a sl st to the first sc. (7 stitches)
Round 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each st around, join. (14 stitches)
Round 3: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next st; repeat from * around, join. (21 stitches)
Round 4: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts; repeat from * around, join. (28 stitches)
Round 5: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next 3 sts; repeat from * around, join. (35 stitches)
Round 6: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next 4 sts; repeat from * around, join. (42 stitches)
Round 7: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next 5 sts; repeat from * around, join. (49 stitches)
Round 8: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next 6 sts; repeat from * around, join. (56 stitches)
Round 9: Ch 1, *2 sc in next st, sc in next 7 sts; repeat from * around, join. (63 stitches)
Round 10: Ch 1, sc in the BLO of each st around, join. (63 stitches)
Rounds 11–15: Ch 1, sc in each st around, join. (63 stitches)
Finishing the cat bed
Fasten off and then weave in the ends.
Printable PDF version
Prefer an ad-free, printable copy? You can purchase the crochet cat bed pattern PDF in my Etsy shop for easy offline crocheting.
How to care for your crochet cat bed
Always follow the care instructions on the yarn label. Spot clean small messes as needed, or wash and dry the bed according to the yarn manufacturer’s instructions for deeper cleaning.
Looking for a hanging crochet cat bed?
Try my crochet cat hammock pattern for a hanging-style bed instead of a floor bed.
More crochet cat patterns
Looking for more handmade projects for your favorite feline? Browse my collection of crochet cat patterns, including cozy cat beds, baskets, toys, hideaways, and other cute crochet projects made especially for cats and cat lovers.
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Happy crocheting! 🧶
— Melissa
