Dive into the world of ocean-inspired crochet with this Amigurumi Whale pattern! Whether you’re a fan of marine life or just love crafting adorable creatures, this free pattern lets you stitch up a tiny, friendly whale full of charm. With its rounded body, cheerful little fins, and playful tail, this amigurumi whale makes a delightful addition to your handmade collection. Perfect for ocean-themed decor, thoughtful gifts, or simply adding a splash of fun to your crochet projects, this lovable whale is sure to bring smiles!
Designed for versatility and creativity, this pattern allows you to customize your whale with different shades of blue, soft pastels, or even bold, whimsical colors! Add tiny embroidered details like a happy face, water spout, or gentle waves to give it even more personality. Whether you craft a single whale or an entire pod, this amigurumi project is a soothing, enjoyable make that captures the beauty of the sea—one stitch at a time! 🐋🧶✨
🐋 Amigurumi Whale – FREE Crochet Pattern
A soft, squishy whale perfect for ocean-lovers and handmade toy collections! The pattern includes all shaping with increases and decreases for a neat body and tail.
🧶 Skill Level
Beginner–Intermediate
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 10–12 in (25–30 cm) long using worsted weight yarn and 3.0–3.5 mm hook.
🧵 Materials
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Worsted weight yarn:
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Navy blue (top body, fins, tail, spout)
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White (underbelly)
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3.0 mm crochet hook
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10–12 mm safety eyes
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Stuffing
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Yarn needle, scissors, stitch marker
🔤 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in one st)
dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
st – Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
🐳 WHALE BODY (Work in continuous rounds)
With white yarn (belly side)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
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(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
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(6 sc, inc) x6 (48)
Change to navy blue (top color):
9–23. sc around (48)
24. (6 sc, dec) x6 (42)
25. (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
26. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
27. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
28. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
👉 Stuff firmly
29. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
30. dec x6 (6)
FO and close hole.
👁️ EYES
Attach 10–12 mm safety eyes between Rounds 16 and 17, approx. 10 stitches apart.
🐳 TAIL (Make 2 pieces, join)
In navy blue yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
3–5. sc around (9) -
(1 sc, dec) x3 (6)
7–8. sc around (6)
FO one fin. Repeat for second fin, do not fasten off.
Join tail fins:
9. Ch 1, sc around both fins (12)
10. (2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
11. sc around (9)
FO and sew to back of whale body.
🐳 SIDE FINS (Make 2)
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MR, 6 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
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(2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
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sc around (12)
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(2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
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(1 sc, dec) x3 (6)
Flatten, FO and sew to sides just under eyes.
💦 WATER SPOUT (Optional)
With navy blue yarn:
Make 3 pieces:
Ch 7, sl st in 2nd ch from hook and across (6), FO
Repeat twice
Sew all 3 strands into top of head.
🪡 Assembly
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Stuff and shape whale body firmly.
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Attach tail centered at back.
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Sew fins symmetrically on each side below eyes.
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Attach water spout.
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Embroider smile with black thread if desired.
🧼 Care Tips
Stuff loosely for a squishier whale or firmly for a plushie with structure. Add a rattle insert for baby toys!
