3 Simple Amigurumi Animal Crochet Patterns You Can Make at Home

3 Simple Amigurumi Animal Crochet Patterns You Can Make at Home

If you love crocheting adorable stuffed animals, this guide is for you! In this article, brings you three of the simplest and cutest amigurumi animal crochet patterns — perfect for both beginners and seasoned crocheters alike.

1. Common Symbols in Basic Amigurumi Crochet Charts

Before diving into the patterns, let’s quickly review some commonly used crochet symbols in amigurumi charts:

Term Description Symbol
Magic Ring A loop to begin in the round MR
Chain stitch A foundation stitch ch / B
Slip stitch Used to join rounds sl st
Single crochet Basic stitch sc / X
Half double crochet A slightly taller stitch hdc / T
Double crochet Taller stitch dc / F
Treble crochet Even taller stitch tr / TR
Double treble crochet Very tall stitch dtr / DTR
Round Indicates a full round Rnd
Skip stitch Skip a stitch Sk
Stitch A generic stitch st

2. Materials You’ll Need for Crocheting Plushies

To complete these simple amigurumi patterns, prepare the following supplies:

  • 🧶 Yarn: Use soft yarns that aren’t too thick, such as milk cotton or blended synthetic yarn.
  • 🎨 Yarn colors: Choose colors that suit the animal you’re making. Feel free to prepare several color options for details like eyes, clothes, or accessories.
  • 🪝 Crochet hook: Check your yarn label for the recommended hook size.
  • 🐑 Stuffing: Polyfill or cotton stuffing to fill your plush.
  • 🪡 Yarn needle: For sewing body parts together.
  • ✂️ Scissors & stitch markers
  • 🧷 Accessories: Safety eyes, noses, or mini props.

3. 3 Easy Amigurumi Crochet Patterns

3.1 🐝 Bee Amigurumi Pattern

This adorable little bee is a simple and sweet amigurumi animal with classic yellow and black stripes. Follow this chart to make its body and wings.

Chart móc chú ong bằng len

Body:

  • R1: MR 6x (6 sc in magic ring)
  • R2: 6 inc (12 sc)
  • R3: (1 sc, inc) * 6 (18 sc)
  • R4: (2 sc, inc) * 6 (24 sc)
  • R5: (3 sc, inc) * 6 (30 sc)
  • R6: (2 sc, inc, 2 sc) * 6 (36 sc)
  • R7–R16: 36 sc each round (no increases)

Decreasing to close the body:

  • R17: (4 sc, dec) * 6
  • R18: (3 sc, dec) * 6
  • R19: (2 sc, dec) * 6
  • R20: (1 sc, dec) * 6
  • R21: 6 dec (close the hole)

Wings:

  • V1: MR 8x
  • R2: (1 sc, inc) around

Sew wings to the top of the bee’s body, stuff with fiberfill, and shape it gently. Done!

3.2 🧸 Bear with Hat Holding a Fish

This pattern is another easy amigurumi design with extra cute details: a bear wearing a little hat and holding a fish.

Chart móc chú gấu đội mũ bằng len

Body:

  • R1: MR 6x
  • R2: 6 inc (12 sc)
  • R3: (1 sc, inc) * 6 (18 sc)
  • R4: (1 sc, inc, 1 sc) * 6 (24 sc)
  • R5: (3 sc, inc) * 6 (30 sc)
  • R6: 30 sc
  • R7: (2 sc, inc, 2 sc) * 6 (36 sc)
  • R8–R9: 36 sc
  • R10: (5 sc, inc) * 6 (42 sc)
  • R11–R16: 42 sc
  • R17: (5 sc, dec) * 6 (36 sc)
  • R18: (2 sc, dec, 2 sc) * 6 (30 sc)
  • R19: (3 sc, dec) * 6 (24 sc)
  • R20: (1 sc, dec, 1 sc) * 6 (18 sc)
  • R21: (1 sc, dec) * 6 (12 sc)
  • R22: 6 dec (close)

Hat:

  • R1: ch 10
  • R2: 10 dc
  • R3: 20 sc
  • R4: 8 sl st, 1 inc, 2 hdc inc, 1 inc, 8 sl st (forms brim)

Arms & Legs:

  • ch 4, skip 1, 2 hdc, 1 sc
  • Make 2 arms & 2 legs with similar technique (adjust size as needed)

Bag:

  • ch 30
  • Form a circular base with (2 dc, ch 3, sl st) x4 in one stitch

Fish:

  • R1: MR 6x
  • R2: (3 sc, inc)
  • R3–R4: 9 sc
  • R5: (3 sc, dec)
  • R6: fold, sl st through 2 stitches + 2 hdc to shape tail

Ears & Tail:

  • Ears: MR 6x, 2 rows
  • Tail: 8 sc in round

Assemble all parts using yarn needle. Your sweet hat-wearing bear with a fish is ready!

3.3  Simple Panda Bear with Leaf

This adorable panda plush features a little leaf on its head and classic black patches around its eyes.

Chart móc gấu trúc bằng len đơn giản

Leaf (on top of the head):

  • ch 8
  • Work back across: sc, hdc, 3 dc in same st, hdc, 2 sc in one st, hdc, 3 dc in one st, hdc, sc

Arms (make 2):

  • R1: MR 6x
  • R2: 6 inc
  • R3–R5: 12 sc
  • R6: (1 sc, dec) * 4

Legs (make 2):

  • Same as arms
  • R5: (1 sc, dec) * 4

Eye Patches:

  • ch 4
  • In 2nd ch from hook: 2 sc
  • Next st: 2 sc in same st
  • Next st: sc
  • Next: dec

Sew everything together and stuff well. Adjust shapes by lightly pressing and sewing edges.

4. Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is a simple amigurumi chart?
A: It's a step-by-step written guide (usually with symbols) that shows how to crochet small stuffed animals. The pattern includes rounds, stitches, and shaping instructions.

Q: How do I crochet small details like arms and legs?
A: If you’re a beginner, it’s best to crochet the small parts separately, then sew them onto the body with a yarn needle.

Q: How do I stuff my plushies so they look cute and round?
A: Stuff evenly and firmly — but not so much that the stitches stretch. After stuffing, gently shape the plush with your hands to smooth it out.

 Final Thoughts

We hope these 3 beginner-friendly crochet animal patterns bring joy and inspiration to your craft journey! With just a bit of yarn, patience, and love — you can create a soft, handmade plush toy that will melt hearts.

Happy crocheting! 💛

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