Crochet cat pencil holder designs are a delightful way to keep your desk organized while adding a touch of whimsical charm. This adorable pencil holder, featuring a cute cat face with perky ears and a bow, is perfect for storing pencils, pens, and other office supplies. The vibrant rainbow colors at the base add a pop of color to your workspace, making it both functional and visually appealing. Ideal for both kids and adults, this crochet project not only helps to tidy up your desk but also brings a smile to your face every time you use it.
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Materials:
- Worsted weight yarn in grey, white, black, pink, blue, and various colors for the rainbow base
- Crochet hook (size appropriate for your yarn)
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Safety eyes
- Fiberfill (optional for the ears and bow)
Techniques Used:
- Magic ring
- Single crochet (sc)
- Double crochet (dc)
- Half double crochet (hdc)
- Slip stitch (sl st)
- Chain stitch (ch)
- Increasing and decreasing stitches
- Color changes
Pattern:
Pencil Holder Base:
- Base:
- Using grey yarn, make a magic ring.
- Round 1: 6 sc in ring (6).
- Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch around (12).
- Round 3: Sc in next stitch, 2 sc in next stitch repeat around (18).
- Round 4: Sc in next 2 stitches, 2 sc in next stitch repeat around (24).
- Continue increasing evenly until the base reaches the desired diameter for the pencil holder.
- Body:
- Once the base is the right size, work even rounds of sc without increasing.
- Switch to different colors as desired to create the rainbow stripes at the bottom.
- Continue working in sc until the holder reaches the desired height.
Cat Face:
- Face:
- Using grey yarn, make a magic ring.
- Round 1: 6 sc in ring (6).
- Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch around (12).
- Round 3: Sc in next stitch, 2 sc in next stitch repeat around (18).
- Continue increasing evenly until the face reaches the desired size.
- Attach safety eyes and embroider the nose and mouth with black yarn.
Ears (make 2):
- Ear:
- Using grey yarn, chain 5.
- Row 1: Sc in second chain from hook and in each chain across (4).
- Row 2: Ch 1, turn. Sc2tog twice (2).
- Row 3: Ch 1, turn. Sc2tog (1).
- Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.
- Repeat for the second ear.
- Optionally, add a bit of fiberfill to the ears to give them a slight 3D effect.
- Sew the ears onto the top edge of the pencil holder.
Bow:
- Bow:
- Using pink yarn, chain 10.
- Row 1: Sc in second chain from hook and in each chain across.
- Rows 2-4: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each stitch across.
- Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.
- Center Wrap:
- Chain 5, single crochet in each chain across for 2 rows.
- Wrap around the center of the bow and sew in place.
- Attach the bow to one of the ears.
Assembly:
- Attach the cat face to the front of the pencil holder.
- Ensure all pieces are securely sewn on and weave in any loose ends.
Your crochet cat pencil holder is now complete and ready to add a touch of charm and organization to your desk. Enjoy your new handmade creation!