Well, I have something to contribute on this topic, too :-)
The Vampire Cat—an absolute showstopper, not just for Halloween!
It’s available here!
All parts of the cat are crocheted in spiral rounds using single crochet stitches, so the pattern is absolutely beginner-friendly! :-)
For the cape, slip stitches, single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet are used.
The pattern is well illustrated, and at the end there’s even a page with links to online videos explaining all the necessary crochet techniques.
What you’ll need:
♦ Yarn of your choice in various colors (1–2 fur colors, a color for the inside of the cape, a color for the outside of the cape + bow tie), as well as leftover yarn in white and black for the details
♦ A crochet hook that matches the yarn
♦ Stuffing
♦ Safety eyes (if desired)
♦ A sewing needle
If you’re not quite in the Halloween spirit yet, you can simply leave out the cape and use the pattern to crochet a regular cat! :-)