Drift into dreamland with this Amigurumi Sleepy Sloths Baby Mobile crochet pattern! Featuring a circle of adorable, snoozing sloths gently hanging from branches or clouds, this cozy mobile brings a sense of calm and cuddly charm to any nursery. With their sweet sleepy faces, dangling limbs, and soft, neutral tones, these little sloths are perfect companions for naptime and beyond. Whether you’re crafting a heartfelt baby shower gift or adding a handmade touch to your own little one’s space, this project is a gentle reminder to slow down and snuggle up. 🦥🧶🌙
Designed for peaceful vibes and playful detail, this pattern invites you to mix soft yarns, soothing colors, and whimsical extras like tiny leaves, stars, or even a crescent moon. Hang your sloths from a wooden hoop, a driftwood branch, or a cloud-shaped frame for a dreamy display that sways with every breeze. Whether perched above a crib or displayed as a keepsake, this Sleepy Sloths Baby Mobile is a joyful and satisfying project—perfect for stitching up a little handmade serenity, one snoozy stitch at a time. 💖✨🍼
🦥 Amigurumi Sleepy Sloths Baby Mobile Crochet Pattern
Create a serene and dreamy nursery accent with this adorable sloth-themed amigurumi mobile! Featuring three sleepy sloths hugging a leafy green branch, surrounded by hanging pastel clouds, soft stars, and felt leaves, this handmade mobile adds woodland charm and gentle whimsy to any baby space.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes amigurumi shaping, appliqués, embroidery, and mobile assembly.
📏 Finished Sizes
- Each sloth: approx. 6.5–7 in (16–18 cm) tall
- Leafy branch: approx. 11–13 in (28–33 cm) wide
- Mobile hoop: approx. 9–10 in (23–25 cm) diameter
🧶 Materials
Yarn (DK or light worsted preferred for plush look)
- Light Brown – sloths (2 pieces)
- Soft Gray – sloth (1 piece)
- Cream – face patches
- Dark Brown – eye patches
- Sage / Soft Green – branch and leaves
- Pastel Pink – clouds
- Soft Yellow – stars
Additional
- 2.5–3.0 mm hook
- Polyester fiberfill
- Wooden hoop
- Embroidery thread (brown / black)
- Yarn needle, stitch markers
- Strong cotton cord for hanging
🪡 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – magic ring
sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – decrease
sl st – slip stitch
ch – chain
FO – fasten off
All pieces are worked in continuous rounds unless stated.
🧠 SLOTH HEAD (Make 3 – Main Color)
Head is intentionally large and dominant.
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
R7–13: sc around (36)
Place embroidered eyes between R8–9, spaced 7–8 sts apart.
R14: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
R15: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
Stuff very firmly for roundness.
R16: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
R17: (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R18: dec ×6 (6)
FO, close tightly.
😴 FACE PATCH (Make 1 per Sloth – Cream)
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: sc around (18)
FO, leave long tail.
Sew centered on the face, slightly low.
Embroider:
- Closed sleepy eyes (curved lines)
- Small vertical nose
- Tiny curved smile
👀 EYE PATCHES (Make 2 per Sloth – Dark Brown)
R1: MR, 5 sc (5)
R2: inc ×5 (10)
FO.
Sew partially overlapping the cream face patch, angled downward.
🫶 SLOTH BODY (Make 3 – Main Color)
Short, round, and chubby — not tall.
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6–11: sc around (30)
Stuff firmly for a plump shape.
R12: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R13: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
R14: (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R15: dec ×6 (6)
FO, close.
🖐 ARMS (Make 2 per Sloth – Main Color)
Very short and soft, hugging the branch.
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: (sc, inc) ×3 (9)
R3–5: sc around (9)
Stuff lightly only at the base.
Flatten gently.
FO.
🦶 LEGS (Make 2 per Sloth – Main Color)
Stubby and rounded.
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3–5: sc around (12)
Stuff lightly.
FO.
🌿 LEAFY BRANCH (Sage / Green)
Thick, supportive, slightly curved.
R1: ch 45
sc in 2nd ch and across
R2–6: ch 1, turn, sc across
Fold lengthwise.
Sew edges together while stuffing lightly to create a thick padded branch.
Curve gently.
🍃 LEAVES (Make 8–12)
R1: MR, 6 sc
R2: (sc, inc) ×3 (9)
R3: sc around
Flatten, FO.
Sew along branch and hanging cords.
⭐ STARS (Make 3–5 – Yellow)
R1: MR, 5 sc
In each st: (ch 2, 2 dc, ch 2, sl st)
FO.
☁️ CLOUDS (Make 2–3 – Pastel Pink)
Make three mini circles, then join:
Each puff:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc ×6 (12)
- sc around
Join three puffs together, stuff lightly, and close.
Clouds should look soft and rounded, not flat.
🪢 ASSEMBLY
- Sew heads to bodies (head tilts slightly forward)
- Attach arms so they wrap around the branch
- Sew legs tucked underneath
- Secure sloths evenly along the branch
- Attach clouds, stars, and leaves to cords
- Tie cords evenly to the wooden hoop
- Add central hanging cord and balance carefully
🌙 Finished Sleepy Sloth Mobile
Your sleepy sloths mobile is now complete — featuring three plush, round sloths with oversized heads and cozy bodies, peacefully hugging their leafy branch. The soft proportions, gentle expressions, and natural movement create a soothing, dream-friendly nursery piece that feels calm, balanced, and lovingly handmade.
Perfect for baby rooms, gifts, or heirloom nursery décor. 🦥✨
