Craving a dose of Monday-hating, lasagna-loving charm? This free Garfield Amigurumi pattern lets you bring the iconic sarcastic feline to life with your crochet hook! Perfect for fans of the classic comic strip, this project results in a wonderfully huggable and instantly recognizable Garfield, ready to brighten any day (even Mondays!). Get ready to create your very own grumpy companion.
Why You’ll Love Crocheting Your Own Garfield
There’s something incredibly satisfying about transforming yarn into a beloved character. This Garfield Amigurumi isn’t just a toy; it’s a nostalgic trip and a testament to your crafting skills. With clear, step-by-step instructions, even confident beginners can tackle this project and proudly display their very own Garfield, complete with his signature stripes and grumpy expression.
Crochet Pattern: Grumpy & Cuddly: Crochet Your Own Garfield Amigurumi Pattern!
Materials
Worsted weight yarn in Orange (main color)
Worsted weight yarn in Black (stripes, whiskers, eyebrows, mouth)
Worsted weight yarn in Cream or Light Yellow (snout/eyelids)
Worsted weight yarn in Light Pink (nose)
3.0mm or 3.5mm crochet hook (or size appropriate for your yarn to achieve tight stitches)
Polyester fiberfill for stuffing
Tapestry needle
Stitch marker
Scissors
Abbreviations
MR: Magic Ring
sc: single crochet
inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec: decrease (sc 2 together)
sl st: slip stitch
ch: chain
FO: Fasten off
(): repeat instructions in parentheses number of times
[]: total number of stitches at the end of the round
Instructions
Head & Body (Orange & Black Yarn)
Start with Orange yarn.
Round 1: MR 6 sc [6]
Round 2: (inc) x6 [12]
Round 3: (sc, inc) x6 [18]
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x6 [24]
Round 5: (3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
Round 6: (4 sc, inc) x6 [36]
Rounds 7-12: Sc in each stitch around [36] (6 rounds for head height)
Round 13: (4 sc, dec) x6 [30]
Round 14: (3 sc, dec) x6 [24]
Stuff head firmly.
Round 15: Sc in each stitch around [24]
Round 16: (3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
Round 17: (4 sc, inc) x6 [36]
Rounds 18-19: Sc in each stitch around [36]
Round 20: Change to Black yarn. Sc in each stitch around [36]
Round 21: Change to Orange yarn. Sc in each stitch around [36]
Round 22: Change to Black yarn. Sc in each stitch around [36]
Round 23: Change to Orange yarn. Sc in each stitch around [36]
Round 24: (4 sc, dec) x6 [30]
Round 25: (3 sc, dec) x6 [24]
Round 26: Change to Black yarn. Sc in each stitch around [24]
Round 27: Change to Orange yarn. Sc in each stitch around [24]
Round 28: Change to Black yarn. Sc in each stitch around [24]
Round 29: Change to Orange yarn. Sc in each stitch around [24]
Round 30: (2 sc, dec) x6 [18]
Stuff body firmly.
Round 31: (sc, dec) x6 [12]
Round 32: (dec) x6 [6]
FO, leaving a long tail. Weave tail through front loop of remaining 6 stitches and pull tight to close. Weave in ends.
Arms (Make 2 – Orange Yarn)
Round 1: MR 6 sc [6]
Round 2: (sc, inc) x3 [9]
Rounds 3-8: Sc in each stitch around [9] (6 rounds)
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Lightly stuff the end of the arm.
Legs (Make 2 – Orange Yarn)
Round 1: MR 6 sc [6]
Round 2: (inc) x6 [12]
Rounds 3-8: Sc in each stitch around [12] (6 rounds)
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff firmly.
Ears (Make 2 – Orange Yarn)
Round 1: MR 4 sc [4]
Round 2: (sc, inc) x2 [6]
Round 3: (2 sc, inc) x2 [8]
Round 4: (3 sc, inc) x2 [10]
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Flatten the ear.
Snout/Muzzle (Cream/Light Yellow Yarn)
Row 1: Ch 4. Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next ch, 3 sc in last ch. Working down other side of chain: sc in next ch, 2 sc in last ch [8]
