Being a cat is a very difficult job, which is why every pretty kitty needs a special place to lounge, preen, and purr. This kitty perch has fanciful flair with its lattice stitch design, and the ability to easily remove the insides for washing. For stuffing material, the sample uses towels ready for retirement that most households have lying around… even better!

KNITTING LOOM: Zippy Loom, 28 pegs used (7 Zippys or 6 Zippys with 4 corners).

YARN: Approximately 320 yards of #6 weight yarn. Sample used 3 skeins of Lion Brand Thick & Quick in color Cranberry, 106 yds/97 m per skein.

NOTIONS: knitting tool, 6mm crochet hook, stitch markers, scissors, knitting pins, yarn needle, row counter, 3 large washable buttons, sewing thread & needle for attaching buttons, stuffing of choice (see Finishing Step).

GAUGE: 5 sts x 9 rows= 4 inches (in pattern, using U-Stitch).

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS: 20.5”W x 19”H.

SKILLS NEEDED: Knit/U-stitch, Purl, Slip Stitch, Right/Left Twists (explained in Pattern Notes), Chain CO (or CO of your choice), Basic BO, and Seaming.