Cute Cat Cup Cozy Crochet Pattern

This adorable cat cup cozy is the purr-fect way to keep your drinks cozy and your hands cool! With its sweet little ears, embroidered nose, whiskers, and safety eyes, it’s a fun and functional crochet project for cat lovers of all ages.

Looking for a charming and practical crochet project that’s quick to make and guaranteed to bring a smile? This adorable Cat Cup Holder Cozy is just what you need! Perfect for gifting or adding a personal touch to your favorite mug, this cozy combines function and cuteness with soft yarn and playful details like little ears, whiskers, and a sweet embroidered nose.

Whether you’re a beginner looking to practice simple stitches or an experienced crocheter wanting a fun, relaxing project, this pattern is a great way to use up leftover yarn and create something delightful. Grab your favorite colors, hook, and let’s bring this little kitty to life!

Materials:
Worsted weight yarn in gray, white, pink, and black
4.0 mm (G) crochet hook
Tapestry needle
2 safety eyes (10mm)
Stitch marker (optional)

Cup Holder Base:

Using gray yarn:

1. Ch 35 (or adjust to fit around your cup, make sure it’s a multiple of 5).

2. Join with a sl st to form a ring (ensure it’s not twisted).

3. Rounds 1–6: sc in each st around (35 sc per round).

4. Round 7: Switch to white yarn, sc in each st around.

5. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Cat Ears (make 2):

Using gray yarn:

1. Magic ring, ch 1, 3 sc into ring. (3 sts)

2. Row 2: ch 1, turn, inc in each st. (6 sts)

3. Row 3: ch 1, turn, sc, inc repeat across. (9 sts)

4. Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing.

Optional: Use pink yarn to embroider or crochet a small triangle for the inner ear.

Nose:

Using pink yarn: Embroider a small triangle or oval with yarn in the center front.

Whiskers and Smile:

Using black yarn: Stitch 3 whiskers on each side and a small smile beneath the nose.

Assembly:

• Sew ears to the top edge of the cozy.

• Attach safety eyes just above the white section (secure them well).

With just a few rounds and some clever detailing, you now have a cute and cozy cat companion for your cup. Not only is it a great way to protect your hands from hot drinks, but it also makes any beverage break extra fun. Don’t forget to customize it with different colors or add extra features to match your style or gift recipient. Happy crocheting!