Looking for some easy stuffed animals to crochet? Look no further! In this post I’ve collected over 50 of the cutest free amigurumi patterns to make cute crochet stuffed animals available on the internet.
So grab your favourite yarn, crochet hooks and some stuffing in preparation to get started making some cute amigurumi animals.
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Crochet Stuffed Animals Free Patterns Easy – Tools:
Most of these crochet plushies patterns use similar tools. You’ll need
- yarn,
- crochet hooks,
- a stitch marker,
- toy stuffing, safety eyes,
- scissors and,
- a yarn needle / tapestry needle.
Stitches:
Most of these projects are worked in spiral rounds / continuous rounds and use only basic stitches (slip stitch, single crochet, half double crochet, increasing and decreasing). You’ll also need to know how to do the magic ring / magic circle (find my magic circle tutorial here). Knowing how to change yarn colors will be helpful as well.
I have tried to note whether the project offers a video tutorial and/or photo tutorial wherever possible.
What is the Best Yarn For Making Crochet Toys?
There is some debate on this question. Some say cotton yarn, others say acrylic yarns while others will argue that plushie yarn (i.e. chenille or blanket yarn) is the best.
Ultimately, the best yarn to use is the yarn that you can afford and work with easily to create the ideal amigurumi fabric (tight and free of holes).
What if I Want to Make the Toy a Different Size?
You can easily make your crochet amigurumi toys bigger or smaller by using different yarn weights and hook sizes than what the pattern calls for.
To make the toy bigger, use a heavier weight yarn and larger hook. To make the toy smaller, use a thinner yarn and smaller crochet hook.
Now that we’ve covered the basics, let’s dive into some adorable free crochet animal patterns!
Easy Crochet Plush Patterns
Name: Mini Turtle Amigurumi
Skill Level: Beginner
Info: This mini turtle amigurumi pattern includes two different materials lists so that you can make the toy in either a mini size or jumbo size using blanket yarn. It comes with a step-by-step video tutorial.
Name: Elephant Amigurumi
Skill Level: Easy
Info: This cuddle sized elephant is an easy project that’s made in multiple pieces and then sewn together. The pattern includes some photo support and recommends the use of a 4.0 mm or 3.5mm hook and a worsted weight yarn.
Name: Cow Squish
Skill Level: Easy
Info: This round cow is surprisingly simple and extra squishy. I’ve actually seen the original sample toy in person a few times and can vouch that it’s squish factor is irresistible.
Name: Quakers the Duck
Skill Level: Beginner
Info: This cuddle-sized duck pattern is made with bernat blanket yarn and a 6.5mm hook. It’s available as a free printable PDF download via the link below.
Name: Giant Shark Amigurumi
Skill Level: Easy
Info: OK, both ME and my kids want this giant amigurumi shark toy! I can’t imagine a child who loves sharks not instantly falling in love with this cute crochet stuffed animal shark.
Name: Mischief the Monkey
Skill Level: Easy
Info: This adorable monkey is made with a super bulky weight yarn which is great for larger projects. A free written pattern is available with additional photo support being found in the ad-free PDF.
Name: Petal the Rosy Maple Moth
Skill Level: Easy
Info: This moth is approximately 14″ long and is made with Bernat Blanket yarn. The pattern is available as a free, printable PDF download via the link below.
No Sew Amigurumi Free Patterns
Name: Batilda the No Sew Bat
Skill Level: Easy
Info: These no sew bats work up in a flash and are super easy to make. The pattern includes a step-by-step video tutorial to walk you through this adorable project from beginning to end.
Name: Jelly Bean Goldfish
Skill Level: Easy
Info: This no-sew goldfish pattern is a super quick project that is approximately 3.5″ long. This pattern come with a step-by-step video tutorial.
Name: Octo Ollie
Skill Level: Easy
Info: This quick, no-sew octopus pattern is so much fun to make you’ll want to make a ton of them. Great for market selling, giving as last-minute handmade gifts, you’ll have an army of yarn creatures in no time.
Name: Fab-Boo-Lous Ghosts
Skill Level: Easy
Info: These easy no-sew amigurumi ghosts have removable hats so you can take it (or leave it). Includes a step-by-step video tutorial.
Name: Chillin’ With My Snowmies
Skill Level: Easy
Info: These easy no-sew amigurumi snowmen have removable scarves so you can take it (or leave it). Includes a step-by-step video tutorial.
Cute Crochet Stuffed Animals
Name: Butterfly Amigurumi
Skill Level: Easy
Info: This project is made in a few different pieces and the pieces are stuffed and crocheted together. This project is great for using up scrap yarn in the wings. There are some support photos included with this pattern.
Name: Thomas Tiger
Skill Level: Intermediate
Info: Thomas Tiger by Jess Huff stands approximately 13.5″ tall when crocheted to gauge and I just love his cute little facial features! You’ll need to have a good handle on how to do color changes to make this toy and the result is totally worth it.
Name: Amigurumi Hippopotamus
Skill Level: Intermediate
Info: This adorable, cuddle-sized amigurumi hippopotamus by Grace and Yarn is just adorable. This pattern includes some photo tutorial support.
Name: Buttons the Bunny
Skill Level: Intermediate
Info: Buttons the Bunny is a sweet and cuddly bunny that makes a great gift for the Easter season. Paired with his little cardigan, kids will love dressing him up and down.
Name: Pocket Fox
Skill Level: Easy
Info: These little pocket foxes are a quick and fun project. Using tapestry crochet, these toys are made in two pieces and then those two pieces are crocheted together. Comes with photo tutorial support.
Name: Trevor Triceratops
Skill Level: Easy
Info: If little projects aren’t your thing and you’re looking for a cuddle-sized dinosaur then check out Trevor Triceratops. This pattern includes a video tutorial to show you how to do the tricky parts and is perfect if you don’t like to embroider on details on your toy.
Name: Piggie Smalls
Skill Level: Easy
Info: Piggie Smalls is a cute little amigurumi pig that’s made using 2 different colors of yarn. He is approximately 10″ tall and uses a 3.5 mm crochet hook and worsted weight yarn.
Name: Gloria Goat
Skill Level: Easy
Info: Gloria Goat is approximately 8″ tall in a seated position. This pattern uses worsted weight yarn and a 3.75mm crochet hook and you’ll need to know basic amigurumi skills to complete it.
Name: Parker the Parasaurolophus
Skill Level: Easy
Info: There are so many dinosaurs out there beyond the t-rex, stegosaurus and brontosaurus which is part of why I love Parker the Parasaurolophus. For kids that just love all dinos, this 10″ tall toy (when standing) will be a big hit.
Name: Miles and Millie Moose
Skill Level: Easy
Info: These cuddly amigurumi moose are dressed and ready for winter. Measuring approximately 14″ tall when crocheted to gauge. Recommended materials include worsted weight yarn and a 3.5mm hook.
Name: Crochetasaurus Rex
Skill Level: Easy
Info: This baby dinosaur crochet pattern was designed to teach new techniques and introduce amigurumi to beginners. Each part of the pattern has a thorough step-by-step video tutorial.
Name: Barnabee Bumbles
Skill Level: Easy
Info: This crochet bee pattern is a whopping 17″ tall when made with worsted weight yarn and a 3.5mm (E) crochet hook. I love his big eyes and teeny little wings.
Name: Taran Tarantula
Skill Level: Easy
Info: This next pattern is made entirely of single crochet stitches and uses two different colors of fur yarn. You don’t have to worry about fancy techniques to get seamless transitions in your color changes with this toy because the fur hides them nicely.
Name: Amigurumi Mini Lion
Skill Level: Beginner Friendly
Info: The Amigurumi Mini Lion by Grace and Yarn is approximately 8″ tall and the pattern includes some photo support on the blog. Grace and Yarn has a lot of cute crochet animals on their blog, it’ll be hard to stop with just this little guy.
Name: Pickles the Pterodactyl
Skill Level: Easy
Info: This sweet pterodactyl stands 11″ tall when made to gauge and the pattern recommends that you use a 3.25mm hook with a dk weight yarn. The pattern is available as a free, printable PDF download via the link below.
Name: Seth the Sloth
Skill Level: Easy
Info: This cuddly little sloth is perfect for cuddling. With long legs and arms, kids love carrying him around and posing him. This pattern includes photo tutorial support as well as tips for working with fur yarn.
Name: Stan the Steggy
Skill Level: Easy
Info: This is another project that is made in turned row, with the various pieces being crocheted together at the end. The pattern includes some photo tutorial support to help you get your pieces in the right spot.
Quick Crochet Stuffed Animals
Name: Baby Monkey
Skill Level: Easy
Info: This cute Baby Monkey free pattern from Oombawka Design Crochet is so cute and pairs nicely with the Mischief the Monkey pattern listed above if you’re looking to make a mommy and baby set. You’ll need a DK weight yarn (like Cotlin from WeCrochet) and a 3.75 mm crochet hook.
Name: Mini Crochet Teddy Bear
Skill Level: Easy
Info: This mini crochet bear pattern is great for novice crocheters because. it includes a step-by-step video tutorial along with the written free pattern. It’s one of those portable projects that kids will love to take with them on the go.
Name: Lara Ladybug
Skill Level: Easy
Info: Lara Ladybug is a quick little project that creates an adorable to that fits in the palm of your hand. Make an army of them in different colors or make it bigger by using a super bulky weight yarn and bigger hook rather than the worsted weight yarn and 3.5mm (E) hook the pattern calls for.
Name: Little Squirrel Amigurumi
Skill Level: Easy
Info: This little squirrel amigurumi is tiny and should fit in your hand when made with the suggested materials (worsted weight yarn and 3mm crochet hook).This project uses a dog/cat brush to turn smooth yarn fuzzy to get that fluffy tail that squirrels are known for.
Name: Chick Jagger
Skill Level: Easy
Info: Chick Jagger is a smooth operator and works up quickly. With worsted weight yarn, a 3.5mm hook, safety eyes and a small amount of stuffing are needed to make this little guy.
Name: Sir Clucksalot
Skill Level: Easy
Info: Sir Cluskalot is the furry version of the Chick Jagger pattern listed above. This little guy works up a bit quicker than Chick Jagger does because the fur yarn is a heavier weight yarn that the one used in Chick Jagger’s pattern. Both equally adorable though.
Name: Otis the Owl
Skill Level: Easy
Info: I love small projects made with fur yarn for not only how easy they are but how quickly they work up. Otis the Owl is a realistic looking owl that fits in the palm of your hand. It’s one of those fun projects you’ll want to make again and again.
Name: Bitsy the Spider
Skill Level: Beginner
Info: Bitsy the Spider is well… bitsy! They measure approx. 2.25″ across the body. The pattern includes some photo tutorial support.
Name: Bubba Bird
Skill Level: Easy
Info: Bubba Bird is one of those easy crochet animal patterns you’ll want to make again and again. He fits in the palm of your hand and can be customized to look like many other birds.
Name: Easy Small Amigurumi Cat
Skill Level: Easy
Info: This is an easy-level crochet pattern that is accessible for beginner crocheters. The blog post includes tips for customizing your amigurumi cat toy to look like your favourite cat as well as how to resize the cat in order to make the toy larger. Includes step-by-step video tutorial
Name: Percy the Pigeon
Skill Level: Easy
Info: Percy the Pigeon is a mini amigurumi pigeon that sits in the palm of your hand and measures under 4″ tall. This pattern includes a step-by-step video tutorial.
Name: Rescue Fly
Skill Level: Beginner
Info: Flies have NEVER been this stinkin’ cute! These teeny tiny crochet flies are great for markets and using up scrap yarn. The pattern is available as a free, printable PDF download via the link below.
Name: Bob & Betty Bird
Skill Level: Beginner
Info: New to the japanese art of crocheting your own toys? Well this beginner-friendly toy includes a step-by-step video tutorial that walks you thorugh making the toy beginning to end so you can follow along with the designer as she makes them.
Name: American Robin
Skill Level: Easy
Info: This little American robin sits in the palm of your hand and works up quickly. It uses a bulky weight yarn and two crochet hook sizes: G / 4.0mm and G+ / 4.5mm.
Name: Baby Owl Tree Ornament
Skill Level: Easy
Info: While this baby owl project is meant to be a tree ornament, you can absolutely omit the hanger and just have a cute baby owl to hold in your hands instead.
Name: Wanda the Whale and Ned the Narwhal
Skill Level: Easy
Info: This pattern includes the instructions to make Wanda the Whale (the pink whale) and turn it into a narwhal (the blue whale) as well. Photo tutorial support is included with this free crochet pattern. Want to jumbo-size your whale? Make it with blanket yarn instead.
Name: Alien the alien
Skill Level: Easy
Info: This cute little guy is out of this world and is very quick to make. This pattern comes with some photo tutorial support and recommends the use of worsted weight yarn and a 3.5mm crochet hook.
Name: Claudia Cat
Skill Level: Easy
Info: Looking for your next feline-inspired crochet project? Meet Clawdia Cat, a charming and cuddly kitty pattern. Accessible for adventurous beginners, Clawdia Cat is a delightful addition to any amigurumi collection.
Name: Bearrison Bear
Skill Level: Easy
Info: If you’re looking for a more classic-looking teddy bear then Bearrison Bear is a good choice. This project uses basic techniques and stitches while the fur yarn does all the heavy lifting. Be sure to check out the tips for working with fur yarn included with the free pattern if this is your first time using fur yarn.
Name: Hannah the Hamster
Skill Level: Easy
Info: This adorable little hamster works up super quickly and is great for using up scrap yarn. She is approximately 3″ tall and its great toy that kids can take with them on all their many adventures.
Name: Bunny Rabbit
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Info: This mini bunny rabbit is about 4″ long so it’s perfect for on-the-go-play time. The pattern recommends an E / 3.5mm crochet hook and a DK weight hook. This pattern is only available as a video tutorial on YouTube.
Name: Newborn Guinea Pig
Skill Level: Easy
Info: These sweet little guinea pigs are great for using up scrap yarn and work up in a flash. They measure approx 2.5-3″ long using the recommended materials but you can easily make them large with a larger hook and thicker yarn. The pattern is available as a free, printable PDF download via the link below.
Name: Amigurumi Axolotl
Skill Level: Easy
Info: This adorable amigurumi Axolotl by Oombawka Design Crochet is so fun and unique. My daughter loves axolotls and can’t wait for me to make her one.
Name: In Like a Lion Out Like a Cockatoo
Skill Level: Easy
Info: Another fit-in-your-palm cute crochet stuffed animal. but this time, a cockatoo! This project uses a G / 4.0mm or G+ / 4.5mm hook and a worsted weight yarn.
Name: Amigurumi Seahorse
Skill Level: Easy
Info: This cute little amigurumi seahorse is only a few inches tall and is quick and simple to make. It recommends using an aran weight yarn and two different hook sizes: 3.25mm and 3.75mm,
Name: Salty the Seal
Skill Level: Easy
Info: This next project shows you how you can use the pattern in two different ways. Make a mama seal with fur yarn and then use the same pattern with worsted weight yarn to create little baby seals. Includes a step-by-step video tutorial.
Name: Nessie
Skill Level: Easy
Info: What mythical creatures list would be complete without Nessie? This easy pattern works up quickly and can be made with yarn you probably already have in your stash. The pattern is available as a free, printable PDF download via the link below.
I hope you enjoyed these free easy crochet stuffed animal patterns to crochet! Which of these amigurumi projects is your favourite? Let me know in the comments below! I’d love to know what cute critters everyone ends up making!
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