Embark on a colorful crochet adventure with our detailed pattern for an adorable chameleon amigurumi! This charming reptile, bursting with vibrant stripes, is sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face. Perfect for unique gifts or a playful addition to your own collection, this pattern guides you through creating a captivating and cuddly creature. Get ready to hook up your very own rainbow-backed friend!
Craft Your Own Whimsical Wonderland with a Hand-Crocheted Chameleon
There’s immense joy in bringing a whimsical creature to life with your own hands. This chameleon isn’t just a toy; it’s a testament to your creativity, a splash of color for any room, and a delightful companion. Imagine the pride in gifting a handmade treasure or adorning your space with this unique, vibrant character. Dive into the world of amigurumi and let your imagination take shape!
Insert safety eyes between R8 and R9, about 8 stitches apart. Attach white felt circles behind eyes if using.
R11: (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Stuff head firmly.
R12: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
R13: (sc, dec) x6 (12)
R14: 6 dec (6)
FO, leave a long tail for sewing.
Body (Start with Lime Green)
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: 6 inc (12)
R3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
R7-9: 36 sc in Lime Green (3 rounds for initial belly)
Begin striped section for the back. For rounds R10-R17, you will work 12 sc in Lime Green, then 24 sc in the specified stripe color, carrying the Lime Green yarn along the inside. At the end of the stripe color stitches, CC back to Lime Green for the first 12 stitches of the next round. Make sure to pull colors snugly to prevent gaps.
R10: 12 sc in Lime Green, CC to Orange, 24 sc in Orange (36)
R11: 12 sc in Lime Green, CC to Light Blue, 24 sc in Light Blue (36)
R12: 12 sc in Lime Green, CC to Yellow, 24 sc in Yellow (36)
R13: 12 sc in Lime Green, CC to Orange, 24 sc in Orange (36)
R14: 12 sc in Lime Green, CC to Light Blue, 24 sc in Light Blue (36)
R15: 12 sc in Lime Green, CC to Yellow, 24 sc in Yellow (36)
R16: 12 sc in Lime Green, CC to Orange, 24 sc in Orange (36)
R17: 12 sc in Lime Green, CC to Light Blue, 24 sc in Light Blue (36)
Stuff body as you go.
R18: (4 sc, dec) x6 in Lime Green (30)
R19: (3 sc, dec) x6 in Lime Green (24)
R20: (2 sc, dec) x6 in Lime Green (18)
R21: (sc, dec) x6 in Lime Green (12)
FO, leave a long tail for sewing.
Legs (Make 4 – Lime Green)
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: 6 inc (12)
R3-5: 12 sc (3 rounds)
R6: 6 dec (6)
Stuff lightly. FO, leave a tail for sewing.
Tail (Start with Lime Green)
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: (sc, inc) x3 (9)
R3-4: 9 sc in Lime Green (2 rounds)
R5: 3 sc in Lime Green, CC to Orange, 6 sc in Orange (9)
R6: 3 sc in Lime Green, CC to Light Blue, 6 sc in Light Blue (9)
R7: 3 sc in Lime Green, CC to Orange, 6 sc in Orange (9)
R8: (sc, dec) x3 in Lime Green (6)
R9: 6 sc in Lime Green (6)
Stuff lightly. FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Curl the tail slightly by hand after stuffing.
Tongue (Bright Pink)
R1: 4 sc in MR (4)
R2-4: 4 sc (3 rounds)
Sl st to first sc, FO. No need to stuff. Leave a tail for sewing.
Assembly
Attach Head to Body: Sew the head to the front of the body, centering it.
Attach Legs: Sew the four legs to the underside of the body, two at the front and two towards the back.
Attach Tail: Sew the tail to the back end of the body. Gently shape the tail into a curl.
Attach Tongue: Sew the pink tongue to the front of the head, just below the safety eyes.
Embroider Mouth: Using a small piece of Orange yarn, embroider a small, curved smile below the tongue. Weave in all ends.
