Lil Cakes – The Cutest Mini Cake Crochet Pattern [PDF Pattern]

Introduction

Hey yarnies! I’m so excited to share my newest pattern with you — Lil Cakes! These mini treats have been on my mind for a while, and I’m thrilled they’re finally out finished.

You can grab the printable PDF pattern in my Etsy shop or directly from my website!

I first started looking for a small, simple cake pattern to make — something quick, cute, and easy to customize. But everything I found was way more detailed or much larger than I wanted. So I decided to whip up my own! Lil Cakes are mini and minimal by design — perfect for when you want a quick project.

They’re great for party favours, pretend play, market tables, or just decorating your shelf with dessert that doesn’t go stale.

Want the Printable PDF?

You can grab the printable PDF pattern in my Etsy shop or directly from my website!

The full PDF includes:

• Step-by-step written instructions

• Clear progress photos for the trickier parts

• A detailed materials list with exact colours and quantities I used

• Printer-friendly formatting

Pattern Details

• Skill Level: Beginner-Intermediate

  • You should be able to do sc, dc, BLO, basic sewing and working in a chain.

• Finished Size: Approx. [insert size] tall

• Yarn: Premier Basix Chenille

• Hook Size: I use a 5mm but use the hook that is best for your tension

• Other Materials:

  • Safety eyes (optional)

  • Stuffing

  • Darning needle

  • Stitch marker

• Construction: Worked in the round

• Customization Ideas: You can easily change colours and toppings for different cake flavours/frosting styles

  
  

Pattern Use Ideas

• Great for:

  • Birthday favours

  • Bakery pretend play

  • Decorating a bookshelf

    
    

📸 Share Your Lil Cakes!

I’d love to see your finished Lil Cakes! If you post your makes on Instagram, be sure to tag me @simplewonderscrochet so I can admire (and share!) your creations.

Closing

I hope you enjoyed this peek at my Lil Cake Pattern — I had so much fun designing them, and I can’t wait to see what colour combos you choose.

If you’re into small makes, you’re in luck! I’ve got a whole lineup of Lil patterns if you need a good quick project.

Check out these cuties:

• 🐸 Lil Frog – Free Pattern – An easy-going amphibian buddy

• ☕ Lil Coffee – A mini mug of cozy vibes

• 🧋 Lil Boba – A bubble tea buddy that’s brew-tifully adorable

Each one is quick to make, beginner-friendly, and easy to customize.

Cheers,

Jen