Do you know how to crochet? I think one of the most fun things to make is cute creatures! Get 25 free amigurumi patterns you’ll love right here.
My friend Maya and I have made a resolution for the new year – we are going to learn how to crochet! I’ve shared some crochet patterns on here before, but now I’m sharing with you our major motivation for learning: amigurumi.
What is Amigurumi?
Amigurumi is the Japanese art of knitting or crocheting small, stuffed yarn creatures. The word is a blend of two words: “ami,” meaning crocheted or knitted, and “nuigurumi,” which means stuffed doll.
It’s pretty straight forward – a knitted or crocheted stuffed doll. Even though it’s been around since the early 2000s, the trend continues to grow in popularity.
There aren’t any rules to amigurumi, whether it be color, size, or look. Most of the creations are small, just because they are so cute and appealing. AND you can make the toys more quickly the smaller you make them.
As far as I’m concerned, the goal of amigurumi is to make people squeal with the cuteness level.
Speaking of cute, you might hear the term “kawaii” thrown around when referring to these stuffed creatures.
Kawaii is the culture of cuteness in Japan, and (for the most part) is absolutely applicable when it comes to talking about amigurumi.
We just want to make adorable creatures. As we figure out where we are going to take our lessons, we have put together a collection of amigurumi patterns that we want to try.
We need something to keep us inspired! There’s nothing like a free crochet pattern to do just that.
If you are learning to crochet, or even if you have been doing it for years, you need to make at least one of these cute characters.
There are so many cute patterns including animals, video game characters, and even a happy Baby Yoda.
Scroll through this collection of 25+ free amigurumi crochet patterns and tell us which one you would make first!
(PS – check out our yarn weights guide which comes in handy for both knit and crochet).
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www.allaboutami.com
Kawaii Dragon
In the Chinese culture, dragons are symbols of power, strength and good luck. Because of this, the Year of the Dragon is very popular! Make this little dragon with the pattern provided – I can't believe it was made just by looking at a picture!
These cute characters come in a few versions – I want them all! Clicking on the link will download the pattern for you to make the bunny amigurumi (the bear is similar). You can also add a bow or shirt.
This has to be the cutest thing under the sea! Don't you agree? This amigurumi seahorse is worked in continuous rounds, from the tail all the way up to the head,
No penguin should be caught out in the cold without a winter hat with a pom-pom! If you don't know how to start out with a magic ring, there's a link to that as well.
Celebrate your love of one of the most popular video games of all time! The Pac-Man amigurumi is some of the coolest I've seen. It's always been my mom's favorite video game so she would love this!
Make yourself a mini version of the triangle worker (or soldier) from the popular Netflix series Squid Game. If you know what the shapes mean, you already know his rank.
If you want to create a doll, this is the perfect base pattern! It measures 7 inches tall and you can use any color yarn for the skin. Then you'll customize the rest of the features to your heart's content!
This little guy is a red panda – but it could also be a fox with the right modifications! I love that it uses blanket yarn and is very soft and squishy. Perfect for littles.
This little lady is so pretty in shades of blue. Once fully assembled the peacock will stand up on its own! You can also turn this pattern into a turkey with the right shades of yarn.
These mini dolls work up so quickly! Want a bedtime bunny crochet doll? You can get the free patterns for the characters as well as little beds and pouches.
The finishing of this little amigurumi robot is my favorite part – wire and hardware. Your cuddly robot can help you in many ways. He’s great for dusting the house and mopping up spills. Glue on a magnet and he can mind your small tools, metal parts, and trinkets. He can even cheer you up when you are sad or just look cute on your desktop.
This free crochet Santa Claus makes a sweet little decoration for your holiday table or mantel. He is designed to sit on a shelf with his striped legs hanging over!
May the cuteness be with you with this adorable free Baby Yoda crochet pattern! Pose him trying very hard or sipping soup and it's instant crochet meme magic.
This crazy monster is actually three colorful characters in one! His name is Deek, and he's third in a series of ten monsters (so check out all Stacey's free patterns!).
If you enjoy these free crochet patterns, you’re going to love some of our other yarn crafts. Whether you knit or crochet or just like to use yarn, I hope you’ll check these out:
I’d make the little robot first!
Pac-man. That’s what I’d make first 😉
Love the fox! And also the pig, and the peacock. Thanks so much for posting these!
I would make pac man first 🙂
Very interesting ideas! Thanks for you job.
Love Pac man
Some of these are definitely not free… Cute but not free
I just double checked – they are all free! For Ravelry you need an account, but it’s free to sign up.
This worm pattern is NOT free……listing is deceiving
Hi Cindy! The worm pattern used to be free – looks like they are charging now. Thank you for the heads up. I will change it out!
I looked at the Wormy Apple pattern and it’s 3 euros on Ravelry. I have an account but it’s not free. That would be my pick – it’s just adorable.
Where do I find the squid pattern? Thank you so much for the patterns!
Right here: https://robotrish.com/2010/05/07/free-amigurumi-octopus-pattern/
Minions or baby Yoda