Dive into the wonderful world of amigurumi with our delightful Striped Platypus Crochet Pattern! This charming little creature, sporting playful pink and blue stripes and an adorable ruffled collar, is sure to capture hearts. Whether you’re an experienced crocheter or looking for a fun new project, this pattern guides you step-by-step to create your very own unique platypus companion.
Why You’ll Love Crocheting This Adorable Platypus
This unique platypus amigurumi isn’t just a pattern; it’s a journey into crafting a whimsical friend. Its charming striped design in soft pink and blue, combined with the cute ruffled collar, makes it an irresistible gift for children and adults alike. Perfect for brightening any space or bringing a smile, this project offers a delightful challenge and a rewarding finished piece you’ll be proud to display.
Crochet Pattern: Charming Pink and Blue Striped Platypus Amigurumi Crochet Pattern
Materials
Worsted weight yarn in Light Pink
Worsted weight yarn in Light Blue
Worsted weight yarn in Dark Grey
3.5mm crochet hook (E/4)
9mm safety eyes (2)
Polyester fiberfill for stuffing
Tapestry needle
Stitch marker
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
st(s): stitch(es)
R: Round/Row
Instructions
Body/Head (Start with Light Pink yarn)
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: Inc in each st around (12)
R3: (Sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
R6-R7: Sc in each st around (30)
Change to Light Blue yarn.
R8-R9: Sc in each st around (30)
Change to Light Pink yarn.
R10-R11: Sc in each st around (30)
Insert safety eyes between R10 and R11, approximately 6-7 stitches apart.
Change to Light Blue yarn.
R12-R13: Sc in each st around (30)
Change to Light Pink yarn.
R14-R15: Sc in each st around (30)
Begin stuffing firmly.
Change to Light Blue yarn.
R16: (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
R17: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
R18: (Sc, dec) x6 (12)
R19: Dec around (6)
FO, leaving a long tail. Weave through remaining 6 stitches and pull tight to close. Hide tail.
Beak (Dark Grey yarn)
Ch 5.
R1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, 2 sc, 3 sc in last ch, continue on other side of ch: 3 sc, 2 sc in last st (10)
R2: Inc, 2 sc, (inc) x3, 2 sc, (inc) x2 (16)
R3-R5: Sc in each st around (16)
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Flatten the beak.
Ruffle (Light Pink yarn)
Join Light Pink yarn to the body between R9 and R10 (around the neck area).
R1: Ch 1, sc in each st around (30 sc). Join with sl st to first sc.
R2: Ch 1, (2 sc in next st) around (60). Join with sl st to first sc.
FO, hide tail.
Tail (Start with Light Pink yarn)
Ch 8.
R1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, 5 sc, 3 sc in last ch. Continue on other side of ch: 6 sc (15 sts)
R2 (Light Pink): Ch 1, turn. Sc in each st across (15 sts).
Change to Light Blue yarn.
R3 (Light Blue): Ch 1, turn. Sc in each st across (15 sts).
Change to Light Pink yarn.
R4 (Light Pink): Ch 1, turn. Sc in each st across (15 sts).
Change to Light Blue yarn.
R5 (Light Blue): Ch 1, turn. Sc in each st across (15 sts).
FO, leaving a long tail. Sew the raw edges of the tail together to create a flat oval shape.
Feet (Make 4 – Dark Grey yarn)
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: (Sc, inc) x3 (9)
R3: Sc in each st around (9)
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Flatten the feet.
Assembly
Sew the beak onto the front of the body, centered between the eyes and approximately over R8-R10.
Sew the tail to the back of the body, centered and slightly flattened.
Attach the four feet to the bottom of the body, evenly spaced.
