crochet stuffed animal patterns free
If it’s free pattern ideas to make amigurumi animals you’re looking for, you’re in the right place! I’ve shared 25 of my favourites.
Don’t miss the perfect free crochet pattern to make adorable amigurumi projects – they’re so much fun and suitable whatever your skill level. I’ve shared video tutorial ideas as well as links to learning the basic stitches if you’re a total beginner. Whether it’s cute crochet animals in general or something specific, like teddy bears, that you’re looking for, I hope you find just the right project. If you need help learning the basics of crochet there’s a super-helpful blog post here that will take you from absolute beginner onto your first amigurumi project. The Japanese art of knitting, often associated with amigurumi focuses on creating small, stuffed yarn creatures. These creations are often whimsical with adorable details, reflecting the kawaii (cute) aesthetic popular in Japan. I hope the crochet projects I’ve pulled together to share with you here tick those boxes!
crochet animal patterns free
crochet animal patterns free
free animal crochet patterns
How cute is this free fluffy bunny pattern by Banga of Yarn Wave crochet? Amigurumi animal patterns don’t get sweeter than this.
Fluffy bunny free pattern
It’s made in velvet yarn of bulky (5) weight (YarnArt DOLCE or Himalaya Dolphin baby) of beige, white and mint colours. The exact weight of the yarn is 120meters in 100 g ball and uses a 5 mm hook crochet hook with 12 mm safety eyes. The best part of this free amigurumi pattern is that it’s suitable for beginner crocheters upwards and has plenty of step by step photos to help you on your way. Destined to be dear friends with a little one in your life. Sew bunny filled with super cuddly stuffing and you’re good to go.
Rainbow teddy
As yarn creatures go, these super cute rainbow teddy bears (also by Yarnwave) are the perfect size for little hands to cuddle and best way to dip your toe into amigurumi crochet. Incidentally amigurumi combines two japanese words ‘ami’ (meaning crocheted or knitted) and ‘nuigurumi’ (meaning stuffed doll)…
crochet animal patterns free: bunny book mark
Animal amigurumi patterns aren’t limited to crochet toys… how about this super cute bunny bookmark? It’s another little cutie by Yarnwave as well as an easy project and would make a great gift idea. One of my favourite free crochet animal patterns. .
Yarnwave has lots of other great patterns to buy on Etsy. Check out their whole collection of easy crochet animal patterns here. A couple of my particular favourites to buy:
Loki the labrador puppy and Pedro the racoon.
Loki the labrador
How adorable is this labrador puppy pattern? Love the idea of crocheting a litter in different shades of beige and brown…
Pedro the racoon
If you’re looking for different animals to crochet, how about a racoon? Another pattern by Yarnwave and sure to be loved by crochet enthusiasts, this could be your perfect next project.
Chibi Molang
This super cute amigurumi free pattern is by Amigu World and available for free on Ravelry.
New Duckling by Claire Garland
I know how many of you already love Claire’s knitting patterns, but how about this little guy – a free crochet pattern available to download as a printable PDF below.
Luca the llama
How adorable is this cuddle pattern by Holly Lanier of Storyland Amis? It’s available to download as a free printable pattern on Ravelry. Suggested yarns: Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice and Hobby Lobby I love This Yarn Solids. Yarn weight is Aran/10 ply and hook size is 4mm.
Little bird free crochet pattern
How cute is this little bird by Ami Vui Studio? It’s a great resource for cute free amigurumi crochet patterns. Click here to browse Ami’s other free animal amigurumi patterns. The little bird pattern is available for free on Ravelry.
Winnie the Pooh
This amigurumi take on Winnie the Pooh is cute – it’s by Crochet Musings and is also available to download for free on Ravelry by clicking the button below. There’s a super-helpful video tutorial too – see below.
Poppy bunny
Strictly speaking Poppy (by Monica Nanni) is an Easter bunny but I think she’d be perfect any time of year. You will need: Hobbii Embroidery Yarn (900)
2 safety eyes 10 mm
Filling
Yarn needle
Stitch marker
Friends Cotton 8/4:
Dusty Mauve (58) – 1 skein
Olive (109) – 1 skein
Blush (36) – 1 skein
Zoe the spring bunny
How sweet is this little embroidered crochet bunny? It’s by One Crafty Magpie and available for free by clicking the button below. Browse other gorgeous crochet creations in the One Crafty Magpie Etsy shop here.
Trixie the triceratops
Another beauty by Holly Lanier of Storyland Amis Trixie the triceratops is perfect for any dinosaur loving little ones in your life. The pattern is free to download on Ravelry by clicking the button below.
My melody bunny
I just love the sweet little face on this bunny by Mongaknit (check out their youtube channel for lots more ideas).
There’s also a superhelpful two-part video tutorial (with english sub titles) to make the My Melody bunny:
Bear angel
I love the tiny halo and wings on this cute bear angel pattern by Milagros Sierra. It’s available to download for free on Ravelry by clicking the button below.
Mini teddy bear
These cute mini teddy bears are so quick and easy to make and are by Jelena Ohtina. The pattern is free to download on Ravelry by clicking the button below.
Tiny monkey amigurumi
Another adorable pattern by Ami Vui, this tiny monkey is easy to make and is the perfect size for little hands to cuddle.
Baby bear
I’ve shared other lovely patterns by Stephanie Jessica Lau (All about Ami) who has lots of gorgeous free patterns as well as others to buy in her Etsy store. This no sew baby bear pattern is available to download for free on Ravelry. There’s also some helpful step by step photo’s on Stephanie’s own website here. Such a little cutie!
Flower polar bear
I really like the addition of flower embroidery to this cute polar bear pattern by Pavlina Svarcova, available for free on Ravelry (click button below).
Dumpling kitty
So cute. This pattern is by Sarah Sloyer and available for free on Ravelry (click button below).
Amineko cat
There’s just something about this amigurumi cat pattern by Nekoyama isn’t there? It’s available for free on Ravelry (click button below).
Spring bunnies
This spring bunnies pattern by Stephanie Jessica Lau (All about Ami) is super cute. Get the crochet plushies pattern for free on her website by clicking the button below or to buy on Etsy as ad-free pdf.
Guinea pig
Know someone who loves guinea pigs? This might be the perfect pattern for you then – it’s by Kati Galusz and is available to download for free by clicking the button below and a very straightforward pattern.
Crochet elephant
Looking for a free elephant toy crochet pattern? Look no further! This is by Jess Huff and is available to download for free on Ravelry (click button below to get the pattern.) The perfect animal toy to make if you’re looking for a larger project.
Caroline the crochet cow
How cute is Caroline the crochet cow? It’s another pattern by Jess Huff and is available to download for free on Ravelry (click button below to get your free pattern.)
One hour no sew turtle
No sew amigurumi patterns dont get easier than this sweet one hour no sew turtle.
Patterns to buy
Giraffe crochet pattern
I love this giraffe pattern by Storyland Amis available to buy on Etsy.
Long-eared owl pattern
If it’s an owl you’re wanting to crochet next, I don’t believe you’ll find anything better than this adorable Long-eared owl pattern by Sonja van der Wijk and available to buy on Etsy (click button below).
Poodle
This one just made me smile – just like poodles do in real life, I guess. It’s by Piki Craft and available to buy on Etsy.
For more ideas, why not browse the crochet animal patterns category on Etsy and see what you discover?
What you’ll need
Check the beginning of each pattern for the specific recommendations, but in general, the kit and supplies you’ll need include:
stitch markers (a good thing to have in your crochet kit)
safety eyes (unless you’re using crochet eg for a baby)
yarn needle
magic ring (or magic circle or magic loop)
yarn (Best yarn? I always prefer cotton yarn, but acrylic yarn is an option too. Other yarn types include dk yarn, fuzzy yarn, worsted weight yarn, blanket yarn, light worsted weight… there are lots of different yarn weights but it’s partly down to personal preference and how able you are to adapt the different patterns.
I’ve shared so many different crochet animal patterns – hope there’s an easy pattern to suit you if you’re a beginner as well as something to inspire the experienced crocheter.
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