Bring a touch of woodland charm to your crochet collection with this Amigurumi Beaver pattern! Whether you’re crafting for nature lovers, playful decor, or simply enjoy making adorable amigurumi animals, this free pattern lets you stitch up a delightful beaver full of personality. With its cute little paws, textured tail, and expressive face, this crochet beaver captures the essence of these hardworking creatures in every stitch. Perfect for gifting to fellow wildlife enthusiasts, decorating a cozy space, or simply celebrating the joy of crochet, this amigurumi beaver is sure to bring smiles—one stitch at a time! 🦫✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different fur shades, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature log or a tiny dam for extra charm. Craft a classic brown beaver, create a pastel version for a whimsical aesthetic, or even stitch up a full forest-inspired set with matching woodland friends! Whether displayed as a lovable accent, gifted to a fellow crochet lover, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Beaver is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of nature to every stitch! 🧶🌲
🦫 Amigurumi Beaver Crochet Pattern
Bring a cozy woodland touch to your crochet collection with this adorable beaver plush! With his chubby belly, big buck teeth, and twig-chewing pose, this chunky forest friend is full of rustic charm. Whether you’re making a woodland nursery buddy or a cottage-core décor piece, this soft crochet beaver will steal hearts instantly. 🌲💚
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – shaping, layered muzzle construction, and detailed assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 28–30 cm (11–12 in) tall using a 3.5–4.0 mm hook.
🧶 Materials & Yarn Amount
- Reddish brown (head, body, ears): 90–100 g
- Dark brown (hands, feet, tail): 50 g
- Light beige (muzzle): 30 g
- Medium gray (nose): 5 g
- White (teeth): 5 g
Other:
- 12–14 mm safety eyes
- Polyester fiberfill (~150 g)
- 3.5–4 mm hook
- Yarn needle, stitch marker
🧵 Abbreviations
MR – magic ring
sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – invisible decrease
sl st – slip stitch
FO – fasten off
🪶 Head & Body (One Piece – Rounded with Heavy Belly)
R1: MR, 6 (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
R7–14: sc around (36)
➡️ Neck shaping
R15: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
➡️ Expand into full belly
R16: (2 sc, inc) ×10 (40)
R17: (3 sc, inc) ×10 (50)
R18–28: sc around (50)
➡️ Bottom shaping
R29: (6 sc, dec) ×6 (44)
R30: (5 sc, dec) ×6 (36)
R31: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
Begin stuffing firmly, especially front.
R32: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R33: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
R34: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R35: dec ×6 (6)
FO.
👉 Shape belly forward for a plump look
🐽 Upper Muzzle (Large, Forward-Protruding)
With beige:
R1: MR, 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6–8: sc around (30)
➡️ Slight taper
R9: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
Lightly stuff.
FO.
👉 This piece should be wide and rounded, covering most of lower face
🐽 Lower Muzzle (Chin Layer)
With beige:
R1: MR, 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4–5: sc around (18)
FO.
👉 Keep flatter than upper muzzle
👉 Attach directly beneath for layered effect
👃 Nose (Rounded Triangle Feel)
With gray:
R1: MR, 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3–4: sc around (12)
FO.
👉 Slightly flatten top edge before sewing
👀 Eyes
Insert between rounds 9–10
Spacing: about 10 stitches
👉 Position slightly above muzzle
🦷 Teeth (Large & Prominent – Make 2)
Ch 6
Row 1: sc across (5)
Row 2–4: sc across
FO.
👉 Sew centered under nose
👉 Let them extend clearly over lower muzzle
💪 Arms (Chunky with Rounded Paw Ends)
Start dark brown:
R1: MR, 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3–5: sc around (12)
Switch to reddish brown:
R6–12: sc around (12)
Light stuffing.
FO.
👉 Attach angled forward
👉 Position as if holding a stick
🦶 Feet (Wide Base + Defined Toes)
Foot base:
R1: MR, 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4–6: sc around (18)
R7: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Stuff firmly.
FO.
Toes (3 per foot)
R1: MR, 5
R2: sc around (5)
FO.
👉 Sew tightly together across front edge
👉 Slight outward curve
🦫 Tail (Flat Paddle Shape)
With dark brown:
R1: MR, 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4–10: sc around (18)
R11: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R12: sc around (12)
FO.
👉 Flatten completely
👉 Very lightly stuff or leave unstuffed
Texture Detail
Surface stitch a grid pattern across the tail for a natural beaver look.
👂 Ears (Small Rounded)
R1: MR, 6
R2: (1 sc, inc) ×3 (9)
R3: sc around (9)
FO.
👉 Slightly pinch base before sewing
🌿 Assembly
- Attach upper muzzle low on face
- Sew lower muzzle beneath it
- Add nose centered on top
- Attach teeth under muzzle
- Insert eyes above muzzle
- Sew ears high on head
- Attach arms angled inward
- Sew feet with toes forward
- Attach flat tail low on back
✨ Final Shaping
- Push stuffing forward to emphasize belly
- Slightly tilt muzzle outward
- Keep arms forward in a holding pose
- Flatten tail clearly and shape grid texture
🌲 Finished Result
✔ Rounded, chunky woodland body
✔ Large layered muzzle with strong projection
✔ Prominent buck teeth
✔ Wide flat textured tail
✔ Thick paws with visible toes
💕 Your Finished Beaver
You now have the perfect chunky woodland beaver—complete with big cheeks, oversized teeth, and a twig snack! This snuggly forest friend adds warmth to any handmade collection and makes a delightful nature-themed gift. 🌿🦫
