Get ready to add a burst of color to your crochet collection with this adorable Rainbow Chameleon Amigurumi! This vibrant little creature is sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face, whether perched on a shelf or gifted to a loved one. With its cheerful stripes and charming eyes, this pattern guides you through creating your very own colorful chameleon friend, perfect for adding a touch of whimsy to any space.
Crochet Your Own Colorful Companion Today!
There’s something uniquely satisfying about crafting a handmade amigurumi, and this chameleon is no exception. It’s a fantastic project to practice color changes and bring a playful design to life. Imagine the joy of holding this soft, vibrant creature, knowing you created it stitch by stitch. It also makes an incredibly thoughtful and personalized gift, showcasing your talent and care.
Sport weight or DK yarn in White (for eye backing)
Sport weight or DK yarn in Black (for mouth embroidery)
Crochet hook (e.g., 3.0mm or 3.5mm, suitable for your yarn)
6mm or 8mm black safety eyes (2)
Fiberfill stuffing
Yarn needle
Stitch markers
Scissors
Abbreviations
MR: Magic Ring
ch: chain
sc: single crochet
inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec: decrease (sc two stitches together)
sl st: slip stitch
FO: Fasten off
( ): Repeat instructions in parentheses
[ ]: Total number of stitches
Instructions
Head and Body (Start with Bright Green)
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
Rnd 2: (inc) x6. [12]
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x6. [18]
Rnd 4: sc, inc, (2 sc, inc) x5, sc. [24]
Rnd 5-7: Sc in each stitch around. [24]
Rnd 8: (2 sc, dec) x6. [18] (Begin stuffing head)
Rnd 9: (sc, dec) x6. [12]
Rnd 10: (sc, inc) x6. [18]
Rnd 11: Sc in each stitch around. [18]
Rnd 12: 2 sc, inc, (3 sc, inc) x4, sc. [22]
Rnd 13: Sc in each stitch around. [22]
Rnd 14: (Orange) 3 sc, inc, (4 sc, inc) x3, sc. [26] (Change to Orange for the top stripe, continue green for the belly)
Rnd 15: (Yellow) Sc in each stitch around. [26]
Rnd 16: (Light Blue) Sc in each stitch around. [26]
Rnd 17: (Dark Blue) Sc in each stitch around. [26]
Rnd 18: (Green) (3 sc, dec) x5, sc. [21]
Rnd 19: (Green) Sc in each stitch around. [21] (Continue stuffing firmly)
Rnd 20: (Green) (2 sc, dec) x5, sc. [16]
Rnd 21: (Green) (sc, dec) x5, sc. [11]
Rnd 22: (Green) dec until closed. FO. Weave in end.
Legs (Make 4 – Start with Bright Green)
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
Rnd 2-4: Sc in each stitch around. [6]
Rnd 5: (Brown) Sc in each stitch around. [6]
Rnd 6: (Brown) (sc, dec) x2. [4] (Stuff lightly) FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Tail (Start with Bright Green)
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
Rnd 2-3: Sc in each stitch around. [6]
Rnd 4: (Orange) Sc in each stitch around. [6]
Rnd 5: (Yellow) Sc in each stitch around. [6]
Rnd 6: (Light Blue) Sc in each stitch around. [6]
Rnd 7: (Dark Blue) Sc in each stitch around. [6]
Rnd 8-9: (Green) Sc in each stitch around. [6] (Continue stuffing as you go)
Rnd 10: (Orange) Sc in each stitch around. [6]
Rnd 11: (Yellow) Sc in each stitch around. [6]
Rnd 12: (Light Blue) Sc in each stitch around. [6]
Rnd 13: (Dark Blue) Sc in each stitch around. [6]
Rnd 14: (Green) Sc in each stitch around. [6]
Rnd 15: (Green) (dec) x3. [3] FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Curl the tail into a spiral.
Back Ridge / Spikes (Work in rows, using alternating colors)
Using Orange, ch 15.
Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc in each ch across. Ch 1, turn. [14]
Row 2: (Yellow) Sc in each stitch across. Ch 1, turn. [14]
Row 3: (Light Blue) Sc in each stitch across. Ch 1, turn. [14]
Row 4: (Dark Blue) Sc in each stitch across. Ch 1, turn. [14]
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. This strip will be sewn along the chameleon’s back.
Assembly:
Eyes: Cut two small circles of white felt for the eye backings. Attach the black safety eyes through the felt circles and into the head between Rnds 5 and 6, about 5 stitches apart. Secure washers.
Eye Details: Using orange yarn and a yarn needle, embroider a small ridge or outline around each safety eye to create the prominent chameleon eye shape.
Mouth: Using black yarn, embroider a small upward-curving smile below the eyes.
Legs: Sew the four legs onto the underside of the body, two near the front (around Rnd 12-13 of the body) and two near the back (around Rnd 17-18).
Tail: Sew the curled tail to the back of the body.
Back Ridge: Sew the striped back ridge strip along the top center of the chameleon’s back, from the back of the head down towards the tail, giving it a bumpy texture.
Weave in all remaining ends. Your colorful chameleon is complete!
