Get ready to create the cutest little forest friend with our free Amigurumi Hedgehog crochet pattern! This adorable project features charming textured ‘spikes’ and a sweet little face, making it a delightful gift or a charming addition to your own collection. Perfect for amigurumi lovers, this pattern will guide you step-by-step to bring your own Spike the Hedgehog to life.
Why You’ll Love Crocheting This Adorable Hedgehog
Crocheting this hedgehog is a wonderfully rewarding experience, offering a chance to hone your amigurumi skills, especially with textured stitches. The finished hedgehog is incredibly charming, soft, and perfect for cuddling or display. Its unique spiky back is surprisingly easy to achieve, resulting in a handmade treasure that’s sure to bring smiles and warm hearts.
DK weight yarn in Brown or Variegated Brown (for spikes)
Small amount of Black yarn (for nose)
2.5mm or 3.0mm crochet hook (or size suitable for your yarn)
6mm safety eyes (or black embroidery floss)
Polyester fiberfill for stuffing
Yarn needle
Stitch marker
Abbreviations
MR: Magic Ring
sc: single crochet
inc: increase (2 sc in next stitch)
dec: decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
sl st: slip stitch
ch: chain
FO: Fasten off
LS: Loop Stitch
Instructions
Special Stitch: Loop Stitch (LS)
Insert hook into stitch. Hold the working yarn against your index finger (approx. 0.5-1 cm loop length). Yarn over, pull through loop on hook and the loop held by your finger. Yarn over, pull through both loops on hook to complete the stitch. The loop should be on the front side of your work, pointing outwards.
Head and Body (Light Beige Yarn)
R1: Start with MR, 6 sc into the ring (6)
R2: Inc in each st around (12)
R3: (Sc, inc) x 6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
R6-R8: Sc in each st around (30) (3 rounds)
R9: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
R10: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
Insert safety eyes between R6 and R7, about 4-5 stitches apart. Begin stuffing firmly.
R11: (Sc, dec) x 6 (12)
R12: Dec in each st around (6)
FO, leaving a long tail. Weave the tail through the front loop of the remaining 6 stitches and pull tight to close. Weave in ends.
Spike Shell (Brown/Variegated Brown Yarn)
R1: Start with MR, 6 sc into the ring (6)
R2: Inc in each st around (12)
R3: (Sc, inc) x 6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
R6-R10: LS in each st around (30) (5 rounds of Loop Stitch)
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Ensure the loops are facing outwards.
Ears (Make 2 – Light Beige Yarn)
R1: Ch 4. Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next ch, 3 sc in last ch. Working on the other side of the chain: sc in next ch, sl st in last ch. (7 stitches total)
FO, leaving a short tail for sewing.
Assembly
Nose: Using black yarn and a yarn needle, embroider a small triangular nose at the tip of the hedgehog’s snout.
Ears: Pinch the base of each ear slightly and sew them to the top sides of the head, above the eyes.
Spike Shell: Position the Spike Shell onto the back of the Head/Body, ensuring it covers the top and sides, allowing the beige face and belly to show. Sew securely around the edges using the long tail.
Finishing: Weave in all remaining loose ends. Your adorable Amigurumi Hedgehog is complete!
