Pumpkin crochet cat bed pattern
Give your cat the coziest fall hideaway with this pumpkin crochet cat bed pattern! Made with soft chunky yarn and a round pumpkin shape, this free crochet cat bed is both practical and adorable for cats who love to curl up, nap, and feel tucked away. It also makes a cute seasonal decor piece for your home.
Pumpkin crochet cat bed pattern details
Here’s a quick overview of the materials, sizing, gauge, and pattern notes before you begin.
Skill level
Advanced beginner. This easy crochet cat bed pattern uses basic crochet stitches and involves some shaping.
Materials needed
- Hook size: H-8 5 mm crochet hook or mm hook size needed for gauge
- Type of yarn weight: Super bulky yarn #6. I used Bernat blanket brights in carrot orange (416 g/15 oz) and Bernat blanket in Smoky Green (22 g/0.8 oz).
- Ring/Hoop: You will need an 8 inch macrame ring or craft hoop for the cat bed opening. The ring I used weighs 64 grams.
- Fiber fill: You will use fiber fill to stuff the stem. You can also use scrap yarn or tissues.
- Tapestry needle: Use this to weave in the ends.
- Stitch marker(s): Optional. You can use these to help keep track of your stitches.
Finished size
The diy crochet cat bed measures 13 inches wide/tall and 12 inches deep. The entrance opening measures 8 inches.
Gauge
14 stitches and 11 rows = 4 inches (5 cm)
Crochet abbreviations
- SC = single crochet stitch
- HDC = half double crochet stitch
- sc2tog = single crochet decrease
- hdc2tog = half double crochet decrease
- ch/chs = chain/chains
- st/sts = stitch/stitches
- SL ST = slip stitch
- blo = back loop only
- flo = front loop only
Pattern notes
- The cat bed design is written in US terms.
- The side facing you is the “right side”.
- The stitch count is listed at the end of every round.
- Join each round with a slip stitch to the top of the first sc made in that round.
- Repeat instructions between the asterisks (*) for the rest of the round.
- The chain at the beginning of each round does not count as a stitch.
How to crochet around a ring
To crochet around a ring, make a slip knot and remove the knot/loop from the hook. Pass the knot/loop through the middle of the ring, then insert the hook back into the knot/loop. You are now ready to crochet around the ring.
Pumpkin Crochet Cat Bed Pattern Instructions
When counting your rounds, keep in mind that round 1 is on the ring.
Use orange yarn.
Rnd 1: Make 80 SC around the 8 inch ring and join (80 stitches)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, *2 SC, SC in next 9 sts*, join (88 stitches)
Rnd 3: Ch 1, *2 SC, SC in next 10 sts*, join (96 stitches)
Rnd 4: Ch 1, *2 SC, SC in next 11 sts*, join (104 stitches)
Rnd 5: Ch 1, *2 SC, SC in next 12 sts*, join (112 stitches)
Rnd 6: Ch 1, *2 SC, SC in next 13 sts*, join (120 stitches)
Rnd 7: Ch 1, *2 SC, SC in next 14 sts*, join (128 stitches)
Rnds 8-25: Ch 1, SC in each st, join (128 stitches)
Rnd 26: Ch 1, *sc2tog, SC in next 14 sts*, join (120 stitches)
Rnd 27: Ch 1, *sc2tog, SC in next 13 sts*, join (112 stitches)
Rnd 28: Ch 1, *sc2tog, SC in next 12 sts*, join (104 stitches)
Rnd 29: Ch 1, *sc2tog, SC in next 11 sts*, join (96 stitches)
Rnd 30: Ch 1, *sc2tog, SC in next 10 sts*, join (88 stitches)
Rnd 31: Ch 1, *sc2tog, SC in next 9 sts*, join (80 stitches)
Rnd 32: Ch 1, *sc2tog, SC in next 8 sts*, join (72 stitches)
Rnd 33: Ch 1, *sc2tog, SC in next 7 sts*, join (64 stitches)
Rnd 34: Ch 1, *sc2tog, SC in next 6 sts*, join (56 stitches)
Rnd 35: Ch 1, *sc2tog, SC in next 5 sts*, join (48 stitches)
Rnd 36: Ch 1, *sc2tog, SC in next 4 sts*, join (40 stitches)
Rnd 37: Ch 1, *sc2tog, SC in next 3 sts*, join (32 stitches)
Rnd 38: Ch 1, *sc2tog, SC in next 2 sts*, join (24 stitches)
Rnd 39: Ch 1, *sc2tog, SC in next st*, join (16 stitches)
Rnd 40: Ch 1, *sc2tog*, join (8 stitches)
Sew the last 8 stitches closed with a tapestry needle.
Pumpkin stem
Use green yarn.
Rnd 1: Ch 3, make 8 HDC in the 3rd loop from the hook, join (8 stitches)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 HDC in each st, join (16 stitches)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, hdc2tog around, join (8 stitches)
Rnds 4-7: Ch 2, HDC in each st, join (8 stitches)
Stuff the stem with fiber fill and then sew it to the top of the cat bed.
Adding the vines
Make 2 using green yarn.
Ch 16, beginning in 3rd ch from hook *2 HDC, HDC in next st*, fasten off (21 stitches)
Sew the vines to each side of the stem.
Finishing
Weave in those loose ends, then let your furry friend snuggle up and enjoy their cozy new bed!
PDF version
View a printable PDF version of this pattern in my Etsy shop: Pumpkin crochet cat bed pattern
Why cats love to hide
Our favorite felines love a good hideaway, and this awesome cat bed offers just that! Cats enjoy feeling safe and tucked away, and having a special cat cave or crochet house gives them a comfortable place to hide.
From kitty beds to cat bed caves, these cozy spots let them feel secure and happy. Whether it’s a pod, nest, or even a basket, having their own little space is essential for those peaceful cat naps.
The perfect cat bed for the holidays
This cozy bed is just what your cat needs during the busy holiday season. When they need some alone time, this Pumpkin Crochet Cat Bed will be their go-to hideaway.
It’s a great way for them to feel secure while blending in perfectly with your Thanksgiving and fall decor. Your cat will love having a comfortable place to retreat to while everyone else is busy celebrating, making it the ideal solution for a bit of peace and quiet.
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Happy crocheting! 🧶
— Melissa