Get ready to create the most charming little companion with our free crochet koala amigurumi pattern! This cuddly marsupial features a soft grey body, a sweet white belly, and irresistible big ears. Perfect for gifting or adding a touch of handmade cuteness to your home, this pattern guides you through every step to bring your own adorable koala to life.
Craft Your Own Cuddly Companion
There’s nothing quite like the joy of creating a handmade amigurumi, and this koala is no exception. Its compact size makes it a quick and satisfying project, suitable for crocheters looking for a fun challenge. Whether it’s a new toy for a child, a unique nursery decoration, or a desk buddy, this little koala is sure to bring smiles and warmth wherever it goes.
Crochet Pattern: Cuddle Up with This Adorable Crochet Koala Amigurumi Pattern
Materials
DK weight yarn in Grey (approx. 50g)
DK weight yarn in White (approx. 10g)
DK weight yarn in Black (small amount for nose)
2.5mm or 3.0mm crochet hook (or size suitable for your yarn to achieve tight stitches)
8mm black safety eyes (2)
Polyester fiberfill for stuffing
Tapestry needle
Stitch marker
Abbreviations
MR: Magic Ring
ch: Chain
sc: Single Crochet
inc: Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec: Decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
sl st: Slip Stitch
FO: Fasten Off
R: Round
Instructions
Head & Body (Grey Yarn)
R1: Start with Grey yarn. 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: 6 inc (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
R7-R13: Sc in each stitch around (36) – 7 rounds
Insert safety eyes between R10 and R11, approximately 6-7 stitches apart.
R14: (4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)
R15: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
Stuff head firmly.
R16: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
R17: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Continue to body.
R18: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
R19: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
R20: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
R21: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
R22-R27: Sc in each stitch around (36) – 6 rounds
R28: (4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)
R29: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
R30: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
R31: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Stuff body firmly.
R32: 6 dec (6)
FO, weave in remaining tail to close the hole.
Ears (Make 2)
Outer Ear (Grey Yarn)
R1: Start with Grey yarn. 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: 6 inc (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Inner Ear (White Yarn)
R1: Start with White yarn. 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: 6 inc (12)
FO, leaving a short tail.
Sew the white inner ear onto the grey outer ear. Set aside for assembly.
Arms (Make 2 – Grey Yarn)
R1: Start with Grey yarn. 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: (1 sc, inc) x 3 (9)
R3-R7: Sc in each stitch around (9) – 5 rounds
Stuff lightly. Flatten opening and sc across to close. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Legs (Make 2 – Grey Yarn)
R1: Start with Grey yarn. 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: 6 inc (12)
R3-R6: Sc in each stitch around (12) – 4 rounds
Stuff lightly. Flatten opening and sc across to close. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Belly Patch (White Yarn)
Ch 5
R1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 2 ch, 3 sc in last ch. Turn to work along the other side of the foundation chain: sc in next 2 ch, 2 sc in the last ch (10)
R2: Inc, sc in next 2 st, 3 inc, sc in next 2 st, 2 inc (16)
Sl st, FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Nose (Black Yarn)
R1: Start with Black yarn. 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: (1 sc, inc) x 3 (9)
Sl st, FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Assembly
Sew the ears to the top sides of the head.
Sew the arms to the sides of the upper body, just below the neck.
Sew the legs to the bottom sides of the body.
Sew the white belly patch to the front center of the body.
Sew the black nose to the face, centered between and below the safety eyes.
