Dive into the whimsical world of Despicable Me by creating your very own Minion amigurumi! This detailed crochet pattern will guide you step-by-step to craft an adorable, one-eyed Minion that will bring a smile to any fan’s face. Perfect for gifting or adding a playful touch to your collection.
Bring Your Favorite Henchman to Life with Yarn!
There’s nothing quite like the joy of creating a beloved character with your own hands. This Minion pattern is designed to be engaging for intermediate crocheters, offering a rewarding project that results in a recognizable and huggable companion. Personalize it with different expressions or accessories to make it truly unique!
Crochet Pattern: Craft Your Own Adorable Minion: Free Amigurumi Crochet Pattern!
Materials
Worsted weight yarn in Yellow
Worsted weight yarn in Blue
Worsted weight yarn in Black
Worsted weight yarn in Gray
Worsted weight yarn in White
3.0mm crochet hook
9mm or 10mm safety eye (dark brown or black)
Fiberfill stuffing
Yarn needle
Stitch marker
Abbreviations
MR: Magic Ring
ch: chain
sc: single crochet
inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec: decrease (single crochet 2 together)
sl st: slip stitch
FO: Fasten off
Rnd: Round
( ): Repeat instructions in parentheses for the specified number of times
[ ]: Total number of stitches at the end of the round/row
Instructions
Head & Body (Yellow Yarn)
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR [6]
Rnd 2: (inc) x6 [12]
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x6 [18]
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x6 [24]
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) x6 [36]
Rnd 7-16: sc around [36] (10 rounds)
Rnd 17: (11 sc, inc) x3 [39]
Rnd 18-20: sc around [39] (3 rounds)
Rnd 21: (11 sc, dec) x3 [36]
Rnd 22: (4 sc, dec) x6 [30]
Rnd 23: (3 sc, dec) x6 [24]
Stuff firmly. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Goggle Frame (Gray Yarn)
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR [6]
Rnd 2: (inc) x6 [12]
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x6 [18]
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x6 [24]
Rnd 5: sc in back loops only around [24]
Rnd 6: sc around [24]
FO, leaving a tail for sewing.
Goggle Eye Background (White Yarn)
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR [6]
Rnd 2: (inc) x6 [12]
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x6 [18]
Rnd 4: sc around [18]
FO, leaving a tail for sewing.
Overalls (Blue Yarn)
Ch 21.
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across [20]
Row 2-5: ch 1, turn, sc across [20]
Join ends to form a tube with a sl st.
Rnd 6-10: ch 1, sc around the tube [20] (5 rounds)
For straps: ch 15, sl st to the back of the overalls. Repeat for the second strap.
FO, weave in ends.
Arms (Make 2)
Start with Black Yarn.
Rnd 1: 5 sc in MR [5]
Rnd 2: (inc) x5 [10]
Switch to Yellow Yarn.
Rnd 3-7: sc around [10] (5 rounds)
Stuff lightly. Sl st to next stitch, FO, leaving a tail for sewing.
Feet (Make 2)
Start with Black Yarn.
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR [6]
Rnd 2: (inc) x6 [12]
Switch to Yellow Yarn.
Rnd 3-5: sc around [12] (3 rounds)
Stuff lightly. Sl st to next stitch, FO, leaving a tail for sewing.
Assembly
Attach the safety eye to the center of the white Goggle Eye Background.
Sew the white Goggle Eye Background onto the gray Goggle Frame.
Sew the assembled goggle to the front of the Minion’s head, centered.
Using black yarn, embroider a thin line for the goggle strap around the head.
Embroider a small smile below the goggle using black yarn.
Embroider a few short black lines on top of the head for hair.
Sew the Arms to the sides of the body, just below the neck.
Sew the Feet to the bottom of the body.
Position the Overalls on the body. Sew the main body of the overalls in place. Cross the straps over the back and sew them securely to the front of the overalls. You can embroider two small black circles on the front of the overalls for buttons, and a small U-shape for the pocket detail if desired.
