how to crochet a cuddle mat for cats

How to Crochet a Cuddle Mat for Cats.

This cuddle mat is perfect for your feline pals. And while you're crocheting this one, why not make some extras to donate to your local animal welfare shelter - they're always in need of extra warmth to keep up their fantastic help in caring for cats.

Skill level: beginner.

Steps.

1. Note that this mat is worked holding three strands of yarn together throughout.

2. Start crocheting: Chain 37

3. Row 1. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and ea ch across. 36 sc.

4. Row 2. Ch 1; turn. Sc in front loop of ea sc across.

5. Row 3. Ch 1; turn. Sc in ea sc across.

6. Rows 4 - 47. Repeat rows 2 & 3.

7. Row 48. Repeat row 2. Finish off, leaving at least a 6-inch tail to weave in to prevent unraveling.

8. Crochet the edging. Attach a single strand of yarn in any sc along the edge. Ch 1; work one sc in each sc and end rows around mat. Join in sl st to 1st sc; finish off, leaving a 6-inch tail. Weave in all ends.

9. Finished.



Abbreviations : ch = chain, ea = each, flo = front loops only, mm = millimeter, sc = single crochet, sl st = slip stitch.

Finished size: 18" x 24" (note: depends on yarn size)

Things You'll Need : Scrap 4/medium-weight yarn, Size N-15 (10.0 mm) crochet hook, Yarn needle.