Amigurumi Gecko Lizard Handbag - FREE Crochet Pattern

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Add a touch of playful charm to your accessories with this Amigurumi Gecko Lizard Handbag crochet pattern! Inspired by the sleek and quirky nature of geckos, this unique handbag combines functionality with a fun, reptilian twist. With its detailed scales, expressive eyes, and adorable little feet, this crochet gecko handbag is perfect for adding a bold statement to your collection. Whether you’re crafting for reptile lovers, making a standout fashion piece, or simply enjoy creating whimsical amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a handbag bursting with personality! 🦎✨

Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of green, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature tongue or textured spots for extra charm. Craft a classic gecko handbag with earthy tones, create a vibrant version with bright hues, or even stitch up a full set of animal-inspired amigurumi bags for a fun collection! Whether gifted as a cherished keepsake, displayed as a stylish accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Gecko Lizard Handbag is a creative and engaging project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade reptilian magic to every stitch! 🧶💖

A person holding a crocheted green lizard-shaped purse with large eyes and yellow toes, suspended from its long straps.

🦎 Amigurumi Gecko Lizard Handbag Crochet Pattern

Cute, bold, and functional — this lizard-shaped handbag is sure to turn heads! Featuring a curled tail, expressive eyes, and suction-cup toes, it’s a fun way to carry small essentials in style.

✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes shaping, sculpting, basic sewing, and zipper/lining application.

📏 Finished Size
Approx. 12–14 inches (30–35 cm) from head to tail using DK or worsted yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.

🧶 Materials

Yarn (DK or Worsted):
- Light green/teal – Main body (Color A)
- Yellow – Toes (Color B)
- White – Eye whites (Color C)
- Black – Eye pupils (Color D)
3.5 mm crochet hook
9″–10″ zipper (optional magnetic clasp)
Black felt or safety eyes (optional)
Yarn needle
Stitch marker
Polyfill stuffing
Lining fabric (optional)
Purse straps or yarn cord for handles

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off

🧠 Head (Color A)

MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–12. sc around (30)
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
– Stuff firmly
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
dec x6 (6)
FO and sew to top of body opening.

👀 Eyes (Make 2 – work in Color C & D)

White Part (Color C):

MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
FO.

Pupil (Color D):

MR, 5 sc (5)
FO and sew to center of white circle.
Stitch or glue entire eye to side of head.

👜 Body / Main Compartment (Color A)

MR, 6 sc
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–20. sc around (36)
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
sc around (24)
FO. This is the base bag section. Leave the top open for lining and zipper closure.

🦵 Legs (Make 4 – Color A)

MR, 6 sc (6)
(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
3–7. sc around (9)
Stuff lightly. FO and sew two on each side of the body.

🖐 Toes (Color B – Make 3 per foot, 12 total)

MR, 4 sc (4)
sc around (4)
FO and sew to tips of legs in a triangular layout.

🌀 Tail (Color A)

MR, 6 sc
inc x6 (12)
3–5. sc around (12)
6–18. dec 1 every 3–4 rounds
Shape gently into curl as you go
FO and sew to back/bottom of body

🪝 Handle (Color A – Make 2)

Ch 60–70 (adjust based on desired strap length)
sc in 2nd ch from hook and across
Turn and sc back (optional for thickness)
FO and sew one end to each top corner of the body near head and tail.