Bring the beloved resident of Bikini Bottom right into your home with this fun and free crochet Spongebob Amigurumi pattern! Perfect for fans of the iconic cartoon, this cheerful little sponge will brighten any room. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or looking for a delightful new challenge, creating your own Spongebob is a rewarding experience. Get ready to crochet a smiling friend!
Craft Your Own Bikini Bottom Friend!
There’s nothing quite like the joy of creating a cherished character with your own hands. This Spongebob amigurumi makes a fantastic gift for cartoon enthusiasts, a quirky desk companion, or a unique addition to your crochet collection. Enjoy the process of bringing this happy-go-lucky sponge to life, adding a touch of handmade charm and a constant reminder of laughter to your day.
Crochet Pattern: Laugh All the Way to Bikini Bottom: Free Crochet Spongebob Amigurumi Pattern
2.5mm or 3.0mm crochet hook (adjust to your tension)
Stuffing material (fiberfill)
Tapestry needle
Stitch markers
Scissors
Abbreviations
MR: Magic Ring
ch: Chain
sc: Single Crochet
inc: Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec: Decrease (sc 2 together)
sl st: Slip Stitch
FO: Fasten Off
BLO: Back Loop Only
FLO: Front Loop Only
Instructions
Let’s get started on your very own Spongebob!
Body (Start with Bright Yellow yarn)
Ch 17.
Round 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 14 ch, 3 sc in last ch. Working on other side of chain: Sc in next 14 ch, 2 sc in first ch (where your first sc was made). (34 sts)
Round 2-10: Sc around. (34 sts)
Switch to White yarn.
Round 11-12: Sc around. (34 sts)
Switch to Brown yarn.
Round 13-16: Sc around. (34 sts)
Stuff firmly as you go. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing the top closed. Use the tail to sew the top opening closed, creating a rectangular shape.
Arms (Make 2 – Start with Bright Yellow yarn)
MR 6 sc. (6 sts)
Round 1-4: Sc around. (6 sts)
Switch to White yarn.
Round 5: Sc around. (6 sts)
Sl st to first sc, FO, leaving a tail for sewing. Lightly stuff.
Legs (Make 2 – Start with Brown yarn)
MR 6 sc. (6 sts)
Round 1-3: Sc around. (6 sts)
Switch to Black yarn (for shoes).
Round 4: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
Round 5: Sc around. (12 sts)
Round 6: (Sc, dec) x 4. (8 sts)
Stuff. FO, leaving a tail for sewing. Flatten the black shoe part.
Nose (Bright Yellow yarn)
MR 5 sc. (5 sts)
Round 1: Sc around. (5 sts)
Sl st to first sc, FO, leaving a tail for sewing. Lightly stuff.
Tie (Red yarn)
Ch 3.
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next ch. Ch 1, turn. (2 sts)
Row 2-3: Sc in each st. Ch 1, turn. (2 sts)
Row 4: Dec. Ch 1, turn. (1 st)
Row 5: Sc. FO, leaving a tail for sewing.
Eyes (Make 2 – White yarn)
MR 6 sc. (6 sts)
Round 1: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
Sl st to first sc, FO, leaving a tail for sewing.
Using Blue yarn, embroider a small circle for the pupil in the center of each white eye.
Using Black yarn, embroider a tiny dot in the center of the blue pupil.
Assembly
Sew the arms to the sides of the white shirt section of the body.
Sew the legs to the bottom of the brown pants section.
Sew the nose to the middle of the yellow body, just above the white shirt.
Sew the white eyes onto the yellow body, above the nose.
Using Black yarn, embroider the mouth in a wide smile, adding small white square teeth.
Embroider a small red tongue inside the mouth.
Using Black yarn, embroider small eyelashes above each eye.
Using Light Pink/Orange yarn, embroider small oval blush spots on each cheek.
Attach the red tie just below the nose, centered on the white shirt.
Using Brown or a slightly darker yellow yarn, embroider various irregular small circles and ovals randomly on the yellow body to create sponge holes.
Weave in all remaining ends.
Your Spongebob is complete! Give him a squeeze and enjoy!
