Part 1: Crocheting the Star Panels (Make 2)
Round 1: Hold your white yarn and start with a magic ring. Chain 1 as a turning chain, then work 5 single crochets into the ring (5 sc). Pull the ring tight and join with a slip stitch into the first stitch.
Round 2: Chain 1. Work a single crochet increase (2 sc in the same stitch) in each stitch around. Repeat 5 times for a total of 10 stitches (10 sc). Join with a slip stitch into the first stitch.
Round 3: Chain 1. Work 1 single crochet in the first stitch, then 1 single crochet increase in the next stitch. Repeat this pattern 5 times around for a total of 15 stitches (15 sc). Join with a slip stitch into the first stitch.
Round 4: Chain 1. Work 1 single crochet in the first stitch, 1 single crochet increase in the next stitch, then 1 single crochet in the following stitch. Repeat this pattern 5 times around for a total of 20 stitches (20 sc). Join with a slip stitch into the first stitch.
Round 5 (Forming the Star Points): Chain 1. In the same stitch where you slip stitched, work the first star point sequence:
Work 1 single crochet.
Work 1 half double crochet.
Work 1 double crochet.
Work 1 half double crochet.
Work 1 single crochet.
Next, slip stitch into the next 3 stitches. (This completes one star point).
Repeat: Work 4 more sets of this exact sequence around to form all 5 points of the star. Join with a slip stitch to the first stitch, cut the yarn, and fasten off.
Make a Second Piece: Follow the exact same instructions for Rounds 1 through 5 to create a second matching star panel, but leave a long yarn tail for sewing.
Part 2: Joining and Stuffing
Place the two star panels back-to-back, aligning their points.
Using a tapestry needle and the long yarn tail, sew through the front loops of both panels to seam them together around the edges.
Before closing the final edge completely, use a pair of tweezers or a small tool to stuff the star lightly with fiberfill to give it a puffy, 3D shape.
Finish sewing the opening closed, and hide the remaining yarn tail securely inside the body of the star.
Part 3: Facial Embroidery & The Red Bow
Embroider the Face: Using black thread or thin black yarn and a tapestry needle, stitch a winking eye (using a small curved or crossed stitch), a set of three delicate whiskers on the side, and a simple oval-shaped yellow/orange nose just below the center. Add a touch of pink blush to the cheeks using makeup or pastel chalk.
Crochet the Bow (Red Yarn):
Start with a magic ring and chain 2.
Work 2 double crochets into the ring.
Chain 2, then slip stitch into the ring.
Repeat the other half of the bow: Chain 2, work 2 double crochets into the ring, chain 2, and slip stitch into the ring.
Cut the yarn and pull the ring tight to close the center.
Wrap the remaining yarn tail tightly around the center of the bow a few times to cinch it into shape, tie a secure knot at the back, and trim excess yarn.
Final Assembly: Use craft glue to attach the red bow onto the upper corner of the star next to the ear area. Your Star Hello Kitty Cat is fully complete!
Category: Crochet Decorations
