Crochet Cat Pencil Holders

Charming Crochet Cat Pencil Holders Cat Lovers

Crochet cat pencil holders are a charming way to organize your desk with a touch of playful elegance. Designed with a cute cat face complete with perky ears and a bow, this delightful pencil holder is perfect for keeping pencils, pens, and other office supplies neatly arranged. The base features vibrant rainbow colors, adding a lively splash of color to your workspace while making it both functional and eye-catching. Suitable for both kids and adults, this crochet project not only helps keep your desk tidy but also brings a smile to your face each time you use it.

Crochet Cat Pencil Holders Cat Lovers

Creating a crochet cat pencil holder is a fulfilling project that blends practicality with creativity. The pattern involves various crochet techniques, such as working in the round and changing colors, to form the cat’s face, ears, and a colorful base. Whether you’re a beginner eager to practice your skills or an experienced crocheter looking for a fun project, this pencil holder is sure to bring joy. By following our detailed crochet pattern, you can craft an identical piece and experience the satisfaction of making a cute and functional item for your desk or as a thoughtful handmade g

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.