Dive into the whimsical world of amigurumi with this adorable crochet platypus pattern! This charming little creature, with its distinctive bill and paddle-like tail, makes for a truly unique and heartwarming project. Perfect for gifting or adding a touch of quirky cuteness to your own collection, you’ll love bringing this aquatic mammal to life with your hook and yarn.
Dive into Delight: Crafting Your Own Quirky Platypus Friend
There’s a special joy in creating something truly unique, and this amigurumi platypus delivers just that. Imagine the delight on a child’s face, or the smile it brings to an animal lover. This pattern is designed to guide you through each step, resulting in a cuddly, characterful friend that showcases your crochet skills and creativity.
Crochet Pattern: Adorable Amigurumi Platypus: Your Next Charming Crochet Project
Materials
DK/Light Worsted weight yarn in: Light Tan (approx. 50g), Dark Brown (approx. 20g), White (approx. 10g), Gold/Yellow (small amount)
3.0mm crochet hook (or size suitable for your yarn and tension)
6mm black safety eyes
Polyester fiberfill for stuffing
Yarn needle
Stitch marker
Scissors
Abbreviations
MR: Magic Ring
sc: Single Crochet
inc: Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec: Decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
sl st: Slip Stitch
FO: Fasten Off
ch: Chain
st(s): Stitch(es)
Instructions
Note: Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise specified. Use a stitch marker to keep track of your first stitch in each round.
Main Body (Light Tan yarn)
R1: Start with MR, 6 sc (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-R9: 30 sc (4 rounds)
Place safety eyes between R7 and R8, approximately 6 stitches apart.
R10: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
R11-R15: 36 sc (5 rounds)
R16: (4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)
R17-R18: 30 sc (2 rounds)
R19: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
Start stuffing firmly.
R20-R21: 24 sc (2 rounds)
R22: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
R23-R24: 18 sc (2 rounds)
R25: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
R26: 6 dec (6)
FO, weave in end and close the hole.
Bill (Dark Brown yarn)
Ch 5
R1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, 2 sc, 3 sc in last ch. Continue on other side of chain: 3 sc (9)
R2: Inc, 2 sc, 3 inc, 2 sc, 2 inc (15)
R3-R5: 15 sc (3 rounds)
Sl st, FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Stuff lightly and flatten gently.
Tail (Light Tan yarn)
Ch 8
R1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, 6 sc, ch 1, turn (7)
R2-R6: 7 sc, ch 1, turn (5 rows)
R7: Dec, 3 sc, dec, ch 1, turn (5)
R8: 5 sc, ch 1, turn (5)
R9: Dec, 1 sc, dec, ch 1, turn (3)
R10: 3 sc (3)
Do not turn, sc around the entire edge of the tail to create a neat border. Sl st to join.
FO, leave a long tail for sewing.
Feet (Dark Brown yarn, make 4)
R1: MR 6 sc (6)
R2: (1 sc, inc) x 3 (9)
R3: 9 sc (9)
Sl st, FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Stuff lightly.
Belly Patch (White yarn)
Ch 7
R1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, 4 sc, 3 sc in last ch. Continue on other side of chain: 5 sc (13)
R2: Inc, 4 sc, 3 inc, 4 sc, 2 inc (19)
R3: 1 sc, inc, 4 sc, (1 sc, inc) x 3, 4 sc, (1 sc, inc) x 2 (25)
Sl st, FO, leave a long tail for sewing.
Cheek Patches (Gold/Yellow yarn, make 2)
R1: MR 5 sc (5)
Sl st to join, FO, leave a long tail for sewing. (Small flat circle)
Assembly
1. Attach the Bill: Sew the Dark Brown Bill to the front of the Main Body, centering it just below the safety eyes.
2. Attach the Belly: Sew the White Belly Patch to the underside of the Main Body, ensuring it’s centered and smooth.
3. Attach the Cheeks: Sew the two Gold/Yellow Cheek Patches to the sides of the head, above the bill and slightly in front of the eyes.
4. Attach the Tail: Sew the Light Tan Tail to the back of the Main Body, ensuring it lies flat.
5. Attach the Feet: Sew the four Dark Brown Feet to the underside of the Main Body, two near the front and two near the back, positioning them evenly.
6. Finishing: Weave in all remaining yarn ends securely.
