Knitting pattern Half-a-cat Magnet
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Pattern Half-a-cat Magnet - Introduction
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Pattern Half-a-Cat Magnet

Skill level 

stars-skills patterns

Language

ENGLISH

Russian version

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Half-a-Cat is a playful and slightly mischievous creature who has chosen a very unusual place to live — your fridge.

Only the back half of the cat can be seen from the outside: two little legs and a tail sticking out of the refrigerator door. The rest of him has mysteriously disappeared inside, as if he quietly climbed in while no one was looking.

One of the special features of this project is the tail.You can knit it flexible, inserting a wire frame so it can curl and point in any direction. Or you can make a soft, floppy tail that hangs down in a funny and relaxed way.

The magnet base can also be made in two different ways: you can knit it as part of the project, or create it from felt and sew it inside.

The knitting pattern Half-a-Cat Magnet is moderately challenging for those unfamiliar with some of the techniques used, skill level: 4 out of 5 – upper intermediate, but it is so detailed that you will absolutely succeed.

Do you enjoy detailed, classic written instructions with illustrations? — Knit at a relaxed pace using the step-by-step written pattern.
Prefer to learn through videos and knit as if alongside me? — Follow the video tutorials throughout the entire process.
Or perhaps you are an experienced knitter who values clarity and conciseness? — Use the row-by-row tables with brief instructions.
This pattern offers a comfortable format for everyone!

Half-a-Cat can become a charming kitchen companion, a quirky handmade gift, or simply your own personal cat — the one whose front half is permanently busy inside the fridge.

And the best part?
You don’t need to feed him, worry about scratched furniture, or clean a litter box.

No litter tray required.
Just a fridge…
and Half-a-Cat.

And every time you walk past the fridge, you can’t help but smile.

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Description

Knitting Pattern Half-a-Cat Magnet in English. This is a detailed step-by-step tutorial.

🧶 About the knitting process:

The Half-a-Cat Magnet is knitted with needles. The tail, body, and back legs are all worked as a single piece. The magnet base can be made in two ways: knitted or from felt.

All steps are thoroughly explained, illustrated, and accompanied by video tutorials available on YouTube.

🧶 Format and language:
Knitting Pattern Half-a-Cat Magnet  is provided as a PDF file in English. After purchase, a download link will be automatically sent to your email.
For the Russian version, select “ру” in the top right corner or simply click here.

🧶 What’s included in the pattern:

  • Step-by-step instructions with photos and links to a glossary and video materials.
  • Video lessons with text and voice guidance, divided into sections with timestamps for easy navigation.
  • Summary tables outlining each step of the knitting process—perfect for printing or using digitally for notes.
  • Recommendations on materials and tools.
  • A glossary of knitting terms with links to instructions for essential techniques.
  • Internal links for quick and easy navigation through the document.

🧶 What you will get:

You’ll end up with a cat whose back half is always inside the fridge — a little bit funny, but (I’m sure) incredibly charming!

The finished magnet is approximately 25 cm (10 in) tall including the tail, with a body circumference of about 20–25 cm (8–10 in).
The final size may vary depending on the yarn you choose.

If you’re unsure about any techniques, I recommend starting with the “How to Knit” section on my website or checking out my video tutorials on the Taritoys YouTube channel.

💬 If you need help while knitting, feel free to reach out through the Pattern support  page.

The pattern consists of the following sections:
– Introduction
– Knitting plan
– Table of contents
– List of recommended materials
– Knitting stages with detailed descriptions, diagrams, photographs, links to a glossary and video materials
– Tables with brief step-by-step instructions
– Glossary

To knit Half-a-Cat Magnet following this pattern, you will need:

  1. Yarn: The pattern includes recommendations for yarn

  2. Circular knitting needles with a cable of at least 80 cm (ideal for Magic Loop), in a size suitable for your chosen yarn

  3. Crochet hook

  4. Tapestry needle (blunt tip)

  5. Sewing needle

  6. Scissors

  7. Waste yarn

  8. Stitch holder — 2 pcs

  9. Stuffing for the toy

  10. Felt

  11. Magnets

  12. Pins — 4 pcs (optional — for felt base)

  13. Chenille wire (optional — if you want your half-a-cat to have a flexible tail)

  14. Felting wool or adhesive bandage (optional — if you want your half-a-cat to have a flexible tail)

While knitting this pattern, you will encounter the following techniques:

– knit and purl stitches,

– cast on method using the amigurumi (magic) ring, cast-on method using waste yarn (provisional cast-on)

– different types of increases,

– single decreases,

– knitted seams,

–  short rows.

The Half-a-Cat Magnet are primarily knitted in the round, but you’ll also encounter some short rows during the process.

All techniques are thoroughly explained through illustrations, diagrams, and video materials. Additionally, you can learn the knitting methods used in the pattern through the “How to Knit” section on the website or by watching video tutorials on the Taritoys YouTube channel.

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