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accessories, crochet, free crochet pattern, free pattern, Halloween, holiday, kids, sponsored, tutorial, women · October 2, 2017

Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial

Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.comThere are some kids who know what they want to be for Halloween in January, and some kids who hem and haw about it until the last minute.

My kids fall squarely into that second category. While the jury’s still out on what kind of last minute costume prep I’ll be doing, I thought I’d make something I think is cute.

Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.comCrocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.com

I’ve teamed up with Michaels to bring you a free pattern for this cute crochet cat mask! Or super hero masks, if you leave off the ears. They make a great addition to a costume, or can even pretty much stand alone and be the costume.

Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.com

Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.com

They are a quick make and pretty easy.

The pattern isn’t worked in traditional rows or rounds, so it may be tricky for a beginner, but since it takes such a small amount of yarn and time, I still recommend it if you aren’t afraid to rip it out a few times to get it right. I’ve included pictures and a tutorial as well, to help you along.Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.com

Let’s get started!

Materials

  • Worsted weight yarn (50 yards should be plenty)
  • G-6 or 4 mm hook
  • Yarn needle

You can find all of these materials in the yarn aisle at Michaels. 🙂

Sizing

One size fits most. Finished mask is about 8.25 inches wide and 4.25 inches tall (to the tip of the ear).

Abbreviations

  • ch = chain
  • sc = single crochet
  • dc = double crochet
  • sl st = slip stitch

Pattern

Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.com

Chain 26.

Row 1: Sc in second ch from hook. Sc across (24 + 1 chain skipped at the beginning).

Row 2: Turn, ch 1, sc across. (25, including ch.1)

Row 3: Repeat Row 2.

Row 4: (No chain) 1 sc in first sc from hook, sc, ch 9. Skip 9 stitches, sc in next, 2 more sc, ch 9, skip 9 stitches,  2 sc, turn.

Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.com

Row 5: Ch 1, sc, dc into chained loop 13 times. Weave hook through previous rows loops for stability and sc. 2 sc (total 3 sc in center/nose of mask), 13 dc in second chained loop. Sc weaving hook through 2 loops, sl st.

Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.com

STOP here to complete basic mask. Tie off and weave in ends.

Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.com

CONTINUE to complete cat mask. 

Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.com

First ear row: Sc up side of mask, turn. Ch 1, 7 sc, turn, skip first stitch, 6 sc, turn, skip first stitch, 5 sc, turn, skip first stitch, 4 sc, turn, skip first stitch, 3 sc, turn, skip first stitch, 2 sc, turn, sc at the top. You should have a triangle-shaped ear forming. Turn mask to the side. 10 sc down the side of the ear and mask.

Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.com

Around the eyes: *2 sc in same stitch, sc* Repeat pattern between *s three times. 2 sc in same stitch, sl st in next four stitches. Weaving hook through two sc in middle of mask, sl st, sl st again for a total of 2 sl st at the center/nose of the mask. 4 sl st, *2 sc in same stitch, sc* Repeat pattern between *s three times. 2 sc in same stitch, 5 sc up the side of the mask, turn mask upright.

Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.com

Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.com

Second ear row: Ch 1, 7 sc, turn, skip first stitch, 6 sc, turn skip first stitch, 5 sc, turn, skip first stitch, 4 sc,  turn, skip first stitch, 3 sc, turn, skip first stitch, 2 sc,  turn, sc at the top. You should have a second triangle-shaped ear forming. Turn mask to the side. 5 sc down the side of the ear. Slip stitch to next stitch. Tie off end, leaving an 8 inch tail.

Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.com

Top of mask: With a new slip knot on your hook, sl st into the top of one of the ears. Sc 3 times at the top of the ear, 6 sc down the unworked/inside side of the ear, hdc at the base of the ear, 10 hdc across the top of the mask, 6 sc up the other ear, 3 sc at the top of the other ear. Tie off end, leaving an 8 inch tail.

Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.com

Weave in all tail ends with a yarn needle.

Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.com

Mask ties: Chain 80 and tie off, per each tie. Fold the ties in half. Weave hook through sides of mask and pull ties through with hook.

Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.com

Optional: Sew on ear details with contrasting yarn.

Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.com

Wet block the mask to ensure it holds it’s shape, especially around the eyes.

Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.com

Blocking is like ironing a garment without using heat that might damage the yarn.

Wet the mask with water or a spray starch (I used starch), pin it to a folded up towel and let it air dry.

Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.com

All done!

Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.com

If you’re looking for more DIY Halloween inspiration, Michaels has everything you need to MAKE it Spooky!

Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.com Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.com

Disclaimer: Post was created in partnership with Michaels who helps make free patterns like this possible. All content is genuinely my own. <3


Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.com
Crocheted Cat Mask: free pattern + tutorial // www.deliacreates.com

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Comments

  1. Charity says

    October 4, 2017 at 10:14 PM

    These are so fun! I love the ear detail on the orange one!

    Reply
    • Delia says

      October 6, 2017 at 12:16 PM

      Thanks Charity! <3

      Reply
  2. Xenia says

    October 8, 2017 at 10:54 PM

    These are cute! Thanks for sharing the pattern ❤️

    Reply
    • Delia says

      October 10, 2017 at 10:28 AM

      Thanks Xenia!

      Reply
    • CHRISTIne says

      September 19, 2021 at 6:34 PM

      I tried you masks. I enjoyed crocheting the project!

      Reply
      • Delia says

        September 20, 2021 at 10:34 AM

        So glad you enjoyed it! 🙂

        Reply

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