Creating an amigurumi strawberry is like crafting a tiny piece of joy that fits right in the palm of your hand 🍓. There’s just something so delightful about designing this charming little fruit, with its vibrant red hue and playful seeds. The appeal lies not only in its cuteness but also in its simplicity, making it an ideal project for both beginners and seasoned crocheters. The process of bringing a strawberry to life with yarn and a hook is a creative journey filled with satisfaction at each step. From choosing the perfect shade of red to stitching the delicate green leaves on top, each element adds its own charm. I revel in the fact that with just a few basic crochet stitches, I can transform a simple ball of yarn into something so cheerful and sweet.
One of the best parts about making an amigurumi strawberry is the opportunity for personalization. It’s like being a tiny fruit artist! You can experiment with different yarn textures and colors to give your strawberry a unique personality. Some days, I find myself adding a little face to my strawberry, complete with tiny embroidered eyes and a cheeky smile 😊. The beauty of amigurumi is in the details, and I love discovering new ways to make each strawberry a one-of-a-kind creation. The creative process is not just about following a pattern; it’s about infusing a bit of my personality into every stitch. Each time I finish a strawberry, I feel a sense of accomplishment, knowing I’ve created something that can bring a smile to anyone who sees it.
🍓 Amigurumi Strawberry Piggy-Inspired Crochet Pattern
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Finished Size: ~6–7 inches (15–18 cm) tall
🧶 Materials
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Worsted weight yarn in:
– Berry red or deep pink (main strawberry body)
– Light gray or beige (ears, snout, arms)
– Green (leaves and stem)
– Black (pupil embroidery, optional) -
8–10 mm safety eyes
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2.5–3.0 mm crochet hook
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Polyester fiberfill stuffing
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Yarn needle
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Stitch markers
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Scissors
✨ Abbreviations (US Terms)
sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – decrease
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
MR – magic ring
FLO – front loop only
BLO – back loop only
🧵 Pattern Instructions
🍓 Strawberry Body
With berry-colored yarn:
MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
(sc, inc) x6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
Rounds 8–20: sc around (42)
(5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
– Insert safety eyes between Rounds 11–12
– Stuff firmly
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
dec x6 (6)
– Fasten off, close hole
🐽 Snout
With gray yarn:
MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
Rounds 3–4: sc around (12)
– Slightly stuff and sew centered between the eyes
👂 Ears (Make 2)
With gray yarn:
MR, 6 sc (6)
(sc, inc) x3 (9)
Round 3: sc around (9)
– Do not stuff. Flatten and sew leaves-like behind the stem
🐾 Arms (Make 2)
With gray yarn:
MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
Rounds 3–5: sc around (12)
– Lightly stuff
– Flatten and sew on sides near midsection
🍃 Leaves (Make 3)
With green yarn:
ch 6
sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc, dc, hdc, sc (leaf shape)
– Fasten off, leave tail for sewing
– Sew leaves overlapping slightly at the top center
🌱 Stem
With green yarn:
MR, 6 sc (6)
sc around for 4–5 rounds
– Do not stuff
– Sew standing upright in center of leaves
🎯 Finishing Touches
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Attach snout, arms, ears, leaves, and stem
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Add small embroidery nostrils if desired
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Make sure leaves are nicely fluffed for volume
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Optional: lightly blush cheeks with pastel
🍓 Tips
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Use velvet or chenille yarn for a plush look
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Add a hanging loop at the top to make it an ornament
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Make a full fruit-animal collection with other berries and animals
