Get ready to embark on a fun crochet adventure with this super cute Pikachu amigurumi pattern! Perfect for Pokémon fans and crafters alike, this little electric type will bring a spark of joy to anyone’s day. Whether you’re making a gift or adding to your own collection, this project is sure to be a delight to create.
Bring Your Favorite Pokémon to Life with Handmade Charm
There’s something truly special about creating a beloved character with your own hands. This Pikachu amigurumi isn’t just a toy; it’s a personalized piece of fandom, a unique gift, or a charming desk companion. The satisfaction of seeing this iconic Pokémon come to life, stitch by stitch, is an experience every crafter will cherish.
Crochet Pattern: Catch ‘Em All! Create Your Own Adorable Pikachu Amigurumi
Materials
Worsted weight yarn in Bright Yellow, Black, Red, Dark Brown
Crochet hook: 3.0mm (or size suitable for your yarn to achieve tight stitches)
Safety eyes: 8mm black
Polyester fiberfill for stuffing
Yarn needle
Stitch marker
Scissors
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
(X) : number of stitches in round
Instructions
Head and Body (Yellow yarn)
Round 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Round 2: (inc) x 6 (12)
Round 3: (sc 1, inc) x 6 (18)
Round 4: (sc 2, inc) x 6 (24)
Round 5: (sc 3, inc) x 6 (30)
Round 6: (sc 4, inc) x 6 (36)
Round 7: (sc 5, inc) x 6 (42)
Round 8-15: sc in each st around (42) – 8 rounds
Insert safety eyes between Rnds 12 and 13, about 7 stitches apart.
Round 16: (sc 5, dec) x 6 (36)
Round 17: (sc 4, dec) x 6 (30)
Round 18: (sc 3, dec) x 6 (24)
Start stuffing firmly.
Round 19: (sc 2, dec) x 6 (18)
Round 20: (sc 1, dec) x 6 (12)
Round 21-28: sc in each st around (12) – 8 rounds for body
Continue stuffing as you go.
Round 29: (sc 2, dec) x 3 (9)
Round 30: (sc 1, dec) x 3 (6)
FO, leaving a long tail. Weave through remaining stitches and pull tight to close.
Ears (Make 2 – Yellow and Black yarn)
Start with Yellow yarn.
Round 1: 4 sc in MR (4)
Round 2: (sc 1, inc) x 2 (6)
Round 3: sc in each st around (6)
Round 4: (sc 2, inc) x 2 (8)
Round 5: sc in each st around (8)
Round 6: (sc 3, inc) x 2 (10)
Round 7: sc in each st around (10)
Change to Black yarn.
Round 8-9: sc in each st around (10)
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Lightly stuff the tips. Flatten the opening.
Arms (Make 2 – Yellow yarn)
Round 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Round 2-5: sc in each st around (6)
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Do not stuff. Flatten opening.
Feet (Make 2 – Yellow yarn)
Round 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Round 2: (inc) x 6 (12)
Round 3-4: sc in each st around (12)
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Lightly stuff and flatten opening.
Cheeks (Make 2 – Red yarn)
Round 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Round 2: (inc) x 6 (12)
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Tail (Yellow and Brown yarn – Flat Panels)
First Yellow Panel (Make 2 identical)
Row 1: Ch 2, sc in 2nd ch from hook (1). Ch 1, turn.
Row 2: inc (2). Ch 1, turn.
Row 3: sc in each st (2). Ch 1, turn.
Row 4: inc, sc 1 (3). Ch 1, turn.
Row 5: sc in each st (3). Ch 1, turn.
Row 6: sc 1, inc, sc 1 (4). Ch 1, turn.
Row 7: sc in each st (4). Ch 1, turn.
Row 8: sc 1, inc, sc 2 (5). Ch 1, turn.
Row 9: sc in each st (5). Ch 1, turn.
Row 10: sc 2, inc, sc 2 (6). Ch 1, turn.
Row 11: sc in each st (6). Ch 1, turn.
Row 12: sc 2, dec, sc 2 (5). Ch 1, turn.
Row 13: sc in each st (5). Ch 1, turn.
Row 14: sc 1, dec, sc 2 (4). Ch 1, turn.
Row 15: sc in each st (4). Ch 1, turn.
Row 16: sc 1, dec, sc 1 (3). Ch 1, turn.
Row 17: sc in each st (3). Ch 1, turn.
Row 18: dec, sc 1 (2). Ch 1, turn.
Row 19: sc in each st (2). Ch 1, turn.
Row 20: dec (1). FO one panel. Leave a long tail on the second panel for joining.
Place the two yellow panels together and sc around the edges with yellow yarn to join them, stuffing lightly before closing.
Brown Base (Make 2 identical)
Row 1: Ch 5, sc in 2nd ch from hook and next 3 ch (4). Ch 1, turn.
Row 2-3: sc in each st across (4). FO one panel. Leave a long tail on the second panel for joining.
Place the two brown panels together and sc around the edges with brown yarn to join them.
Sew the yellow tail to the brown base. Then sew the entire tail to the body.
Assembly
Cheeks: Sew red cheeks below each safety eye.
Mouth: Using black yarn, embroider a small "w" shape or a simple curved smile between the cheeks and below the eyes.
Ears: Sew ears to the top of the head, slightly to the sides, around Rnd 3-5 of the head.
Arms: Sew arms to the sides of the body, just below the neck line (around Rnd 18-19 of the body).
Feet: Sew feet to the bottom of the body, towards the front, for stability.
Tail: Sew the combined yellow and brown tail to the back of the body, centered, around Rnd 22-25.
Stripes: Using brown yarn, embroider two horizontal stripes on the lower back of the body, roughly evenly spaced. Refer to the image for placement.
