Welcome to the pattern for our Shishi Button Up Cat Sweater.. This sweater is designed for all #fashionablycatventurous cats but it specifically has catventurers (cats who go outside safely on leash) in mind as it allows for a harness beneath and a leash to be passed through the back.

You can purchase the 10 page written pattern (includes detailed instructions plus a printable abridged version) in our Ravelry store and view the accompanying video tutorial on the Catventurous Crochet YouTube channel. Charlotte & Melba wish you happy crocheting!

CROCHET LEVEL:
Experienced beginners and above. Certain sizing requirements may involve advanced beginner to intermediate skills. If you are not yet comfortable with sizing a sweater of this style, check out the listings for our Prince Basic Cat Jacket or Ally Easy Fit Button Up Cat Sweater.

MATERIALS:

• Yarn of your choice
• Crochet hook to suit your yarn
• Large buttons (optional)
• Yarn needle
• Smaller gauge needle to sew on button (optional)
• Scissors
• Measuring tape
• Stitch markers (optional)

STITCHES/TECHNIQUES:

• Slip knot onto hook
• Making a chain (Ch.)
• Half double crochet (HDC)
• Half double crochet into the back loop only (BLO)
• Slip stitch (sl. st.)
• Triple crochet (TC)
• Triple crochet increase
• Triple crochet decrease
• Sewing on a button
• Weaving in ends
• Taking measurements and sizing a garment

IMPORTANT: These sweaters are intended to be practical and fun for you and your cat. For their safety, please supervise your cat at all times while they are wearing this sweater or any other item that secures around the neck, or within which claws may become entangled. Please ensure all buttons are securely attached and, preferably, at least 15 mm in diameter to avoid a choking hazard. PLEASE DO NOT USE THIS PATTERN TO MAKE YOUR CAT HATE YOU. Reward your meowdel with tasty and healthy treats.

Catventurous Crochet: Simple and fun crochet patterns for the #fashionablycatventurous. Supermeowdel catventurer: Melba @adventurepussmelba