Crochet Cat Ring Dish Pattern (Free & Beginner-Friendly)
Looking for a cute and practical crochet project? This crochet cat ring dish pattern is the perfect small project for beginners and makes an adorable handmade gift. It’s quick, functional, and ideal for holding rings, earrings, or small trinkets on your nightstand.
Below you’ll find a step-by-step breakdown of the pattern, plus a convenient PDF download so you can crochet offline anytime.
Why You’ll Love This Crochet Cat Ring Dish
This easy crochet ring holder is worked in the round from the center outward, creating a shallow dish with adorable cat ears and a bendable tail. The finished size is approximately 4 x 4 x 1 inches (10 x 10 x 2.5 cm).
It’s made using basic stitches like single crochet and increases, making it a great beginner crochet project that still looks polished and gift-worthy.
Materials You’ll Need
For the best results, use the recommended yarn and hook sizes to achieve the same structure and firmness as the original design.
Supplies:
- Worsted weight cotton yarn (Size 4 – Lily Sugar n’ Cream recommended)
- 4mm crochet hook (dish)
- 3.5mm crochet hook (ears and tail)
- Tapestry needle
- Scissors
- Stitch marker
- Small piece of metal wire or twist tie (~2.75”) for bendable tail
Cotton yarn works best for this crochet jewelry dish pattern because it holds its shape well.
Crochet Abbreviations (Quick Reference)
Here are the stitches used in this pattern:
- ch – chain
- sc – single crochet
- inc – increase (2 sc in same space)
- sl st – slip stitch
- sp – space
- R – round
- rep – repeat
The dish is worked in a spiral unless otherwise stated. Use a stitch marker to track your rounds.
How to Crochet the Cat Ring Dish
Step 1: Start with a Magic Ring
Using two strands of yarn and a 4mm hook, create a magic ring and work 6 single crochet into the ring. Join with a slip stitch.
If you’re new to this technique, the magic ring allows your dish to close tightly in the center for a clean finish.
Step 2: Increase to Form the Base
Continue working in rounds, increasing evenly to create a flat circle:
- R2: Increase in each stitch (12 sc)
- R3: (1 sc, inc) around (18 sc)
- R4: (1 sc, inc, 1 sc) around (24 sc)
- R5: (3 sc, inc) around (30 sc)
- R6: (2 sc, inc, 2 sc) around (36 sc)
- R7: (5 sc, inc) around (42 sc)
This gradual increase method keeps your circle flat and even.
Step 3: Create the Dish Shape
For R8–R9, work 1 sc in each stitch around (42 sc). At this point, the edges will naturally curl upward to form the dish.
After finishing, slip stitch to close, fasten off, and turn the piece inside out so the back side becomes the base.
How to Crochet the Cat Tail (Bendable!)
Using a single strand and 3.5mm hook:
- Ch 4, sc across (3 sc)
- Ch 1, turn, 3 sc
- Repeat for 14 rows
Fold the piece lengthwise and seam using ladder stitch. Insert a small wire or twist tie inside before fully closing to create a bendable crochet cat tail.
How to Crochet the Cat Ears (Make 2)
Using a single strand and 3.5mm hook:
- R1: Magic ring, 6 sc
- R2: (2 sc, inc) x2 (8 sc)
- R3: (3 sc, inc) x2 (10 sc)
- R4: (4 sc, inc) x2 (12 sc)
- R5: (5 sc, inc) x2 (14 sc)
Fasten off and flatten slightly to form a triangle shape.
Assembly: Bring Your Crochet Kitty to Life
Sew the ears onto the top edge of the dish using whip stitch, spacing them about 3 stitches apart (or adjust to your liking).
Attach the tail at the back between the ears and stitch securely. Weave in all ends neatly.
Now your crochet cat jewelry dish is complete!
Magic Ring Tutorial (Quick Guide)
- Wrap yarn into a ring and pull up a loop.
- Crochet 6 sc into the ring.
- Pull the tail tight to close.
- Slip stitch to join.
This technique is essential for many crochet projects worked in the round, including amigurumi and baskets.
Final Thoughts
This free crochet cat ring dish pattern is perfect for craft fairs, handmade gifts, or adding a cozy handmade touch to your space. It’s quick, beginner-friendly, and totally customizable with different yarn colors.
Don’t forget to download the printable PDF version so you can crochet anywhere, anytime!
