Dive into the delightful world of amigurumi with this charming axolotl crochet pattern! Perfect for beginners and experienced crocheters alike, this pattern creates an irresistibly cute, pocket-sized companion. With its signature gills and happy smile, this little axolotl will capture hearts and bring a splash of aquatic joy to your craft collection. Let’s get hooked on this fun project!
Craft Your Own Unique & Cuddly Axolotl Friend
Axolotls are known for their perpetual smiles and quirky charm, making them perfect subjects for amigurumi. This pattern allows you to create a personalized, handmade plushie that’s wonderful as a gift or a sweet addition to your own desk decor. Enjoy the meditative process of crocheting and bring a smile to someone’s face with this one-of-a-kind aquatic buddy.
Crochet Pattern: Adorable Amigurumi Axolotl: A Sweet Crochet Pattern for Beginners
Materials
Worsted weight yarn in Pink (for body)
Worsted weight yarn in Light Blue (for fins and dorsal fin)
Worsted weight yarn in Mauve/Dark Pink (for gills)
3.0mm crochet hook (or hook size suitable for your yarn)
6mm safety eyes (black)
Black embroidery floss (for mouth)
Tapestry needle
Fiberfill for stuffing
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
Instructions
This pattern is worked in continuous rounds unless otherwise stated.
Body (Pink Yarn)
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
R6-R10: sc around (30) (5 rounds)
Insert safety eyes between R7 and R8, about 6-7 stitches apart. Embroider a small smile with black embroidery floss between the eyes.
R11: (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
R12: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Start stuffing firmly with fiberfill.
R13: (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
R14: dec x6 (6)
FO, leave a tail, weave through remaining 6 stitches and pull tight to close. Weave in end.
Gills (Mauve/Dark Pink Yarn – Make 6)
Ch 4.
Sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next ch, hdc in last ch.
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Legs (Light Blue Yarn – Make 4)
R1: 5 sc in MR (5)
R2: sc around (5)
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Dorsal Fin (Light Blue Yarn)
Ch 5.
R1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, 3 sc across (4)
R2: Ch 1, turn, sc across (4)
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Tail Fin (Light Blue Yarn)
Ch 2.
R1: 2 sc in 2nd ch from hook (2)
R2: Ch 1, turn, inc, 1 sc (3)
R3: Ch 1, turn, inc, 2 sc (4)
R4: Ch 1, turn, 1 sc, dec, 1 sc (3)
R5: Ch 1, turn, 1 sc, dec (2)
R6: Ch 1, turn, dec (1)
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Assembly
Gills: Sew the 3 gills on each side of the head, just behind the eyes.
Legs: Sew two legs on each side of the body, towards the bottom.
Dorsal Fin: Sew the dorsal fin along the top center of the body.
Tail Fin: Sew the tail fin to the back end of the body.
