Bring the heartwarming friendship of Winnie the Pooh and Piglet to life with this Amigurumi Pooh & Piglet Bookend Set crochet pattern! Inspired by the beloved duo from the Hundred Acre Wood, this charming design captures Pooh’s cuddly shape, Piglet’s tiny stature, and their timeless bond in every stitch. Whether you’re crafting for Disney fans, adding a whimsical touch to your bookshelf, or simply enjoy making character-inspired amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a delightful bookend set bursting with personality! Perfect for keeping your favorite stories in place, this crochet creation brings a touch of handmade nostalgia to your collection. 🍯✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of yellow and pink, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a honey pot or a miniature scarf for extra flair. Craft a classic Pooh & Piglet set with their signature colors, create a playful version with pastel hues, or even stitch up a full set of Hundred Acre Wood-inspired amigurumi for an enchanting display! Whether gifted as a thoughtful keepsake, displayed as a charming accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Pooh & Piglet Bookend Set is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade storybook magic to every stitch! 🧶💖✨
🍯 Amigurumi Pooh & Piglet Bookend Set Crochet Pattern
Add some charm to your bookshelf with this adorable Winnie the Pooh and Piglet duo as sturdy bookends! This set is not only cute but functional, helping hold your favorite reads in place.
✨ Skill Level:
Intermediate – Involves multiple pieces, color changes, facial embroidery, and simple shaping for accessories.
📏 Finished Size:
Each bookend approx. 7–8″ tall using worsted weight yarn and a 2.5–3.0 mm hook.
🧶 Materials:
- Worsted weight yarn:
- Golden yellow (Pooh body)
- Red (Pooh’s shirt)
- Light pink & dark pink (Piglet)
- Light brown, orange (honey pot)
- Black, white (facial details)
- Lavender & orange (bookend bases)
- Crochet hook: 2.5 mm or 3.0 mm
- Safety eyes (8mm)
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
- Polyfill stuffing
- Cardboard or plastic canvas for bookend support
- Optional: rice bags or small weights for extra stability
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms):
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
FLO – Front Loop Only
BLO – Back Loop Only
FO – Fasten Off
🧸 Winnie the Pooh Pattern
🔹 Head & Body (in yellow)
- MR, 6 sc
- 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)
Place safety eyes between Rnd 9–10, 6 sts apart
Stuff firmly - (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
- dec x6 (6)
FO, close tightly and weave in
Switch to red for the shirt:
17. MR, 6 sc
18. inc x6 (12)
19. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
20. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
21–26. sc around
Switch to yellow
27. sc around, decrease to shape waist if desired
Stuff and sew to head
🔹 Arms (Make 2)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
3–4. sc around - dec x6 (6)
6–10. sc around
Stuff lightly
FO, sew to shirt
🔹 Legs (Make 2)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
3–4. sc around - (2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
6–10. sc around
Stuff firmly and sew to bottom of body
🔹 Ears (Make 2)
- MR, 4 sc
- inc x4 (8)
- sc around
Flatten and sew to top of head
🔹 Face
- Embroider nose using black yarn over 3–4 stitches centered between eyes
- Add smile and eyebrows with black yarn
- Use blush yarn or pink thread to stitch cheeks
🔹 Honey Pot
With light brown:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–5. sc around
Switch to orange:
6–7. sc around (add embroidered text “HUNNY”)
Stuff and attach to Pooh’s side
🐷 Piglet Pattern
🔹 Head & Body (pink)
1–12. Same as Pooh
Switch to dark pink for the lower body
13–20. sc around
Stuff and shape body to taper slightly toward the legs
🔹 Arms & Legs (Make 2 each, in light pink)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
3–5. sc around - dec x6 (6)
7–9. sc around
Stuff and attach
🔹 Ears (Make 2)
- MR, 4 sc
- inc x4 (8)
- (1 sc, inc) x4 (12)
- sc around
Flatten and sew to top of head
🔹 Face
- Use safety eyes or black embroidery
- Embroider eyebrows and smile with black thread
- Stitch on rosy cheeks with pink yarn
📚 Bookend Base (Make 2)
With lavender (for Pooh) and orange (for Piglet):
- Ch 22
- sc in each ch (21)
3–18. sc in rows to form a rectangle base
FO and weave in
Vertical Wall:
- Join yarn to one short side
- ch 1, sc across (21)
3–16. sc in rows to build upright portion
Insert plastic canvas or cardboard between layers if desired
Sew Pooh and Piglet to base with arms positioned to “hold” books in place
For added stability:
- Insert rice bags or weighted pouches inside bottom base
- Use hot glue to mount figures to the bookend if needed
🪄 Finishing Touches
- Shape characters by pinching lightly and stitching if necessary
- Add surface stitches for detail on ears or clothing seams
- Secure firmly so the bookend stands steady and upright
Now you have your own charming Pooh & Piglet Bookend Set to watch over your bookshelf with snuggly whimsy and a touch of Hundred Acre cheer! 📖💛
