Cute Cat Wallet Crochet Pattern – Free Crochet Coin Purse & Cat Pouch Pattern

If you’ve been searching for the perfect beginner-friendly crochet project that’s both functional and impossibly adorable, you’ve just found it. This free crochet cat wallet pattern creates a sweet little coin purse or pouch that looks just like a kitty face, complete with ears, whiskers, and all the charm you’d expect from a cat-themed accessory. Whether you’re making it for yourself, gifting it to a cat lover in your life, or selling it at a craft fair, this crochet cat pouch pattern is one you’ll want to make over and over again.

In this post, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know — materials, stitch abbreviations, sizing tips, and a full step-by-step pattern. I’ll also share some helpful tips for beginners and ideas for customizing your cat wallet to make it truly one of a kind.

Why You’ll Love This Crochet Cat Coin Purse

Before we dive into the pattern itself, let me tell you a little about why this project has become such a fan favorite among crocheters of all skill levels.

First, it’s small. Small projects are wonderfully satisfying because you can finish them in a single sitting, or maybe two if you’re watching a long movie. This cat wallet works up in just a couple of hours, which makes it ideal for those of us who love the feeling of completing something.

Second, it’s practical. A coin purse is something people actually use. You can tuck it into a larger bag for holding loose change, use it as a card holder, or even repurpose it as a small makeup pouch. The zip closure keeps everything secure, and the cute cat face on the front makes it a conversation starter every single time.

Third, the design is versatile. You can crochet this cat wallet in virtually any color — classic orange tabby, sleek black, soft gray, snowy white, or even pastel rainbow if you’re feeling bold. Add safety eyes in different sizes for varied expressions, embroider on a tiny mouth, and you’ve got a completely unique accessory that reflects your personal style.

And fourth, it’s a great stitch practice project. Even if you’re still getting comfortable with the basics, this pattern uses simple stitches that help reinforce your skills without overwhelming you. By the time you’re done, you’ll feel more confident about tension, seaming, and working in the round.

Materials You’ll Need

Here’s what you’ll want to gather before you begin. Most of these are inexpensive and easy to find at any craft store or online.

Yarn: Worsted weight yarn (also labeled as size 4) works beautifully for this project. You’ll need approximately 50–70 yards of your main color and a small amount of a contrasting color for the inner ear detail and any facial features you want to embroider. Cotton yarn is a wonderful choice because it holds its shape well and gives a clean stitch definition, but acrylic works just as well and comes in an enormous range of colors.

Hook: A 4.0mm or 4.5mm crochet hook is recommended for worsted weight yarn. If your stitches tend to run tight, go up half a size. If they run loose, go down half a size. Your finished piece should feel firm enough to hold its shape but not so stiff that it loses its softness.

Zipper: A 5-inch (12–13cm) zipper in a color that complements your yarn. You can find these at fabric stores or online in huge variety packs.

Safety eyes: Two 9mm or 12mm safety eyes, depending on how large you’d like them to look. Black safety eyes are the classic choice, but you can find green, amber, and blue ones for extra personality.

Stuffing (optional): If you want to add very slight dimension to the ears, a tiny pinch of polyfill stuffing will do the trick.

Other notions: Tapestry needle for weaving in ends and seaming, scissors, pins for blocking or holding pieces in place, black embroidery thread or yarn for whiskers and a nose.

Stitch Abbreviations

This pattern uses US crochet terminology.

ch — chain
sl st — slip stitch
sc — single crochet
hdc — half double crochet
dc — double crochet
inc — increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
dec — invisible decrease (insert hook in front loops of next 2 stitches, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through both loops)
MR — magic ring
BLO — back loop only
FLO — front loop only
st(s) — stitch(es)
rnd — round
rep — repeat

Finished Size

Using worsted weight yarn and a 4.0mm hook, the finished cat wallet measures approximately 4.5 inches wide by 3.5 inches tall (not including the ears). This is the perfect size to slip into a purse or keep in a jacket pocket. If you want a larger pouch, try bulky weight yarn with a 5.5mm or 6mm hook.

The Pattern

Part One: The Main Wallet Panels (Make 2)

You’ll crochet two identical flat panels — one for the front of the wallet (which will get the cat face details) and one for the back.

Rnd 1: Make a magic ring. Ch 1. Work 6 sc into the ring. Pull ring closed. (6 sts)

Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)

Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc rep around. (18 sts)

Rnd 4: Sc 2, inc rep around. (24 sts)

Rnd 5: Sc 3, inc rep around. (30 sts)

Rnd 6: Sc 4, inc rep around. (36 sts)

Rnd 7: Sc 5, inc rep around. (42 sts)

Rnd 8: Sc 6, inc rep around. (48 sts)

Rnd 9: Sc 7, inc rep around. (54 sts)

Rnd 10: Sc 8, inc rep around. (60 sts)

Rnd 11: Sc in each st around. (60 sts)

At this point you have a circle approximately 4.5 inches in diameter. Sl st to join, ch 1, and fasten off, leaving a long tail for seaming. Weave in the beginning tail from the magic ring. Make the second panel the same way.

Part Two: The Cat Ears (Make 4)

You’ll make four ear triangles — two for the outer ears in your main color and two for the inner ear in a contrasting color.

Outer ears (make 2 in main color):

Row 1: Ch 7. Sc in second ch from hook, sc in each remaining ch across. Turn. (6 sts)
Row 2: Ch 1. Dec, sc 2, dec. Turn. (4 sts)
Row 3: Ch 1. Dec, dec. Turn. (2 sts)
Row 4: Ch 1. Dec. (1 st)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. You’ll now have a small triangle. Make two of these.

Inner ears (make 2 in contrasting color):

Row 1: Ch 5. Sc in second ch from hook, sc in each remaining ch across. Turn. (4 sts)
Row 2: Ch 1. Dec, dec. Turn. (2 sts)
Row 3: Ch 1. Dec. (1 st)

Fasten off. Whipstitch or sew the inner ear piece onto the center of each outer ear piece. Set aside.

Part Three: Assembly

Now comes the satisfying part where all your pieces come together.

Step 1: Attach the safety eyes. On one of your circular panels (this will be the front of the wallet), mark the eye placement. A good general guideline is to place the eyes about 1 inch apart, centered on the upper half of the circle. Push the safety eye post through the fabric from the front, slide the backing washer on from the inside, and press firmly until it snaps into place. Do this for both eyes.

Step 2: Embroider the nose and mouth. Using black embroidery thread or a length of dark yarn threaded on a tapestry needle, stitch a small triangle for the nose just below the center point between the eyes. Then stitch a small Y-shaped mouth beneath the nose for that classic cat expression. Keep your stitches tidy and even — you can always remove them and redo if you’re not happy with the first attempt.

Step 3: Embroider the whiskers. Thread a long piece of black or gray embroidery thread on a needle. Starting from one side of the nose, bring the needle through to the other side, pulling the thread until just a short tail remains on the entry side. Knot it on the exit side, or dab a tiny amount of fabric glue on the ends to keep them from pulling through. You want three whiskers on each side, fanning out from the nose area. Trim them to your desired length — about an inch on each side looks just right.

Step 4: Attach the ears. Pin the finished ear pieces to the top of your front panel, one on each side, so that the bottom edge of the ear overlaps the edge of the circle by about half an inch. Sew them securely in place with your tapestry needle and matching yarn. Be generous with your stitches here so the ears stay upright and don’t flop over with use.

Step 5: Sew in the zipper. This is the step that intimidates many crocheters, but it’s genuinely simpler than it looks. Open the zipper fully. Lay one side of the zipper tape against the top edge of the front panel (the one with the cat face), aligning the zipper pull end with one side and pinning the tape flat. Using a tapestry needle and matching yarn, sew the zipper tape to the top edge of the panel using a whipstitch, working through both the zipper tape and the crochet stitches. Then do the same for the back panel with the other side of the zipper tape. Work slowly, keep your stitches evenly spaced, and make sure the zipper opens and closes smoothly after each step.

Step 6: Seam the panels together. Close the zipper. Align the front and back panels with the wrong sides facing each other. Using a tapestry needle and your main color yarn, whipstitch around the entire edge of the wallet, leaving the zipper edge free (it’s already attached). Work through both panels simultaneously, keeping your tension consistent so the edge looks neat and uniform. When you get back around to where you started, sl st to join and fasten off.

Step 7: Weave in all remaining ends. Use your tapestry needle to weave each yarn tail through several stitches on the wrong side of the fabric in different directions. Trim any excess, and give the wallet a gentle squeeze and reshape if needed.

Tips for Making Your Crochet Cat Wallet Even Cuter

One of the best things about this pattern is how easy it is to put your own spin on things. Here are a few ideas to inspire you.

Add a 3D nose. Instead of embroidering a flat nose, crochet a tiny oval or triangle, stuff it very lightly, and sew it on as a raised feature. It adds lovely dimension to the face.

Use variegated yarn. Yarn that shifts through multiple tones of one color — like a gradient from cream to orange — can give your cat wallet a natural, fur-like appearance without any extra work.

Make a matching set. Use the same pattern in different colorways to create a family of cats. Give them as a set — a mama cat wallet and baby cat coin purse — by making one in a larger yarn weight and one in fingering or sport weight.

Add a wrist strap. Crochet a short chain (around 8 to 10 inches), join the ends, and sew it to one side of the zipper end so you can slip it over your wrist. This turns your coin purse into a wristlet.

Try different eye styles. Embroidered eyes with a sleepy, half-closed look give a totally different vibe than round, wide-open safety eyes. Experiment with expressions — a winking cat or a blissfully happy cat with closed crescent eyes can be just as charming.

Sizing Adjustments

The beauty of working in the round from a magic ring is that you can scale this pattern up or down very easily. Simply continue increasing with the same formula (add one stitch per repeat per round) until your circle reaches the size you want before the straight rounds. For a tiny coin pouch, stop at Round 6 or 7 and use a 3-inch zipper. For a larger makeup bag, continue increasing to Round 14 or 15 and use a 7-inch zipper.

Keep in mind that when you scale up, the proportions of the ears and features will need to be adjusted accordingly. Larger wallets can accommodate bigger safety eyes (15mm or 18mm look wonderful) and broader ears made with more starting chains.

Care Instructions

Because this wallet is likely to get regular use, it’s worth thinking about how to keep it looking its best. If you used cotton yarn, the wallet is generally machine washable on a gentle cycle in a mesh laundry bag. Close the zipper before washing to protect the teeth. If you used acrylic, the same advice applies — though check your specific yarn label for guidance.

For wallets with embroidered whiskers, hand washing in cool water is a gentler option that will preserve the embroidery threads over time. Lay flat to dry rather than hanging, which can distort the round shape.

Selling This Pattern

If you’d like to make this crochet cat wallet to sell at craft fairs, in your Etsy shop, or as custom gifts, you’re absolutely welcome to do so. Please credit the pattern when possible, and feel free to photograph your finished makes with pride — you put in the work, and these little cat wallets photograph beautifully.

If you’re thinking about pricing your handmade wallets, consider your time, materials, and the joy that goes into each one. A thoughtfully made, high-quality crochet coin purse with safety eyes, embroidery, and a zipper is worth more than many people realize. Don’t undersell your craft.

Share Your Makes

If you work up this crochet cat coin purse pattern, I would absolutely love to see it. Post your photos, share your color choices, and tag your makes — there’s nothing more joyful in the crochet community than watching the same pattern come to life in a hundred different beautiful ways. Every cat wallet is unique, and every one is made with love.

Happy crocheting, and may your tension always be even and your yarn never tangle!