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Amigurumi Armadillo – FREE Crochet Pattern

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A crocheted armadillo toy holding a "Welcome" sign sits on a wooden table surrounded by various potted succulents.
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Bring the quirky charm of an Armadillo to life with this Amigurumi Armadillo crochet pattern! 🦔✨ With its textured shell, tiny paws, and adorable stance, this design captures the essence of this fascinating creature in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a wildlife-inspired décor piece, a heartfelt gift, or simply love armadillo-themed amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a fantastic addition to your collection.

Designed for crocheters of all skill levels, this pattern allows for customization in shell textures, facial details, and even tiny accessories like embroidered markings or a miniature desert setting to enhance its personality. Choose classic earthy browns and grays for a realistic look or experiment with pastel hues for a whimsical twist! Whether displayed as part of a nature-themed setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi armadillo is sure to impress.

Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this adorable little critter to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶 🦔✨

A crocheted armadillo toy holding a "Welcome" sign sits on a wooden table surrounded by various potted succulents.

🐾 Amigurumi Armadillo Crochet Pattern

This adorable amigurumi armadillo greets with a warm smile and a friendly “WELCOME” sign! With a textured tail, soft round snout, and detailed shell, this cutie makes the perfect door-side mascot, baby gift, or succulent shelf buddy.

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – Includes shaping, shell construction, simple embroidery, and sign detailing.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 6–8″ (15–20 cm) tall using worsted weight yarn and a 2.75–3.5 mm hook.

🧶 Materials

  • Yarn (Worsted Weight):
    • Color A: Beige/tan (head, arms, body, feet)
    • Color B: Brown (nose, inside shell)
    • Color C: Light cream or white (shell edge accents)
  • Hook: 2.75–3.5 mm
  • Safety eyes (10–12 mm)
  • Polyfill stuffing
  • Tapestry needle
  • Embroidery thread (black, pink)
  • Felt or stiff yarn for “WELCOME” sign
  • Cardboard insert (optional, for base/sign)

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • MR – Magic Ring
  • sc – Single Crochet
  • inc – Increase
  • dec – Decrease
  • ch – Chain
  • sl st – Slip Stitch
  • BLO – Back Loop Only
  • FO – Fasten Off

🐶 Head

With Color A:

  1. MR, 6 sc
  2. inc x6 (12)
  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    6–11. sc around (30)
  6. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
  7. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
  8. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
  9. dec x6 (6), FO and close

Insert eyes between Rounds 6–7, approx. 7–8 sts apart
Embroider smile and add blush dots with pink yarn/thread

🐽 Nose

With Color B:

  1. MR, 6 sc
  2. sc around
  3. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
    4–5. sc around (9)
  4. dec x3 (6), FO and sew to front center of face

🐭 Ears (Make 2)

With Color A:

  1. MR, 6 sc
  2. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
  3. sc around (9)
    FO and sew slightly angled atop the head

🐾 Arms (Make 2)

With Color A:

  1. MR, 6 sc
    2–10. sc around
    FO and lightly stuff.
    Sew to body sides so they can hold the welcome sign.

🐾 Legs (Make 2)

With Color A:

  1. MR, 6 sc
  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–5. sc around (12)
  3. dec x6 (6), FO and stuff
    Sew to body base with feet facing forward

🧸 Body

With Color A:

  1. MR, 6 sc
  2. inc x6 (12)
  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    6–10. sc around (30)
  6. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
    12–13. sc around (24)
  7. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
  8. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
  9. dec x6 (6), FO and close

🐚 Shell (Textured Half-Dome)

With Color B:

  1. MR, 6 sc
  2. inc x6 (12)
  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    6–9. sc around (30)
    Switch to Color C for shell trim:
  6. FLO – sl st in each stitch around (30), FO

Optional Texture (before trim):

  • Work every other round in BLO to create shell ridge effect
  • Or: Alternate between regular sc and bobble stitch for depth

Sew shell to back of body with open arch facing forward (like arms hugging outward)

🐾 Tail

With Color A:

  1. MR, 5 sc
    2–8. sc around (5)
    FO and curve upward; sew to lower back

🪧 Welcome Sign (Crocheted Version)

  1. Ch 11, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (10)
  2. Work 3–4 rows of sc
  3. FO and embroider “WELCOME” using black thread, or cut felt letters and glue
  4. Attach gently to hands with thread or glue

🪄 Final Assembly

  • Stitch head securely to top center of body
  • Attach shell behind with arms overlapping sign
  • Position feet to balance upright
  • Add finishing blush and tail curl if desired

This smiling amigurumi armadillo is the most adorable little greeter around—ready to brighten any entryway or cozy shelf with charm and handmade warmth! 🧶💛


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