Get ready to stitch up some mischief with this Amigurumi Weasel crochet pattern! Known for their playful nature and curious personalities, weasels make for the perfect amigurumi companion. Whether you’re a wildlife lover or just enjoy crafting adorable creatures, this free pattern brings a touch of woodland charm to your handmade collection. With its long, sleek body and expressive little face, this tiny weasel is sure to wiggle its way into your heart. It’s a fun and versatile project that lets you personalize colors and details to match different weasel species or create your own unique twist!
Designed with creativity and customization in mind, this pattern allows you to choose classic earthy tones or experiment with vibrant shades to make your weasel truly stand out. Add tiny whiskers, playful embroidered features, or even a miniature scarf for extra personality! Whether it’s perched on a shelf, gifted to a fellow animal lover, or tucked into a pocket for a little handmade charm, this amigurumi weasel is bound to bring joy. So grab your hook, round up your yarn, and let’s crochet a delightful little critter—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨🦦
🐾 Amigurumi Weasel Crochet Pattern
Craft your own adorable amigurumi weasel with this cozy and playful design! Featuring a standing posture, soft rounded shape, and realistic color transitions, this weasel is perfect for woodland animal lovers and makes a charming gift or decor piece.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Requires knowledge of amigurumi shaping, seamless color changes, and sewing parts together.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 7–8 inches (18–20 cm) tall using DK or worsted weight yarn and a 2.5–3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (DK or Worsted):
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Color A: Light Beige (main body)
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Color B: Dark Brown/Grey (tail, limbs, outer ears, top of head, back)
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Color C: Optional Light Cream (for snout blending or ear trim)
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2.5–3.5 mm crochet hook
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8 mm safety eyes
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Polyester fiberfill
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch markers
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Brown embroidery thread (nose and details)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
st – Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
blo – Back Loop Only
🎨 Color Change Tip
To make a clean color change in amigurumi:
When completing the last stitch in the old color, pull through the final yarn-over using the new color. Then continue crocheting with the new yarn. Carry the unused color inside stitches if possible or fasten off and rejoin where needed to keep transitions smooth and neat.
🐿️ Head (Start with Color A, switch to B mid-top)
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With Color A: 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)
6–9. sc around (30) -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
📌 Change to Color B at this round -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff firmly -
dec x6 (6), FO and close.
Insert safety eyes between rounds 6 and 7, about 6 stitches apart.
🐾 Body (Start with Color A, switch to B on back or as indicated by image)
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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)
6–15. sc around (30)
📌 Begin shaping top half: -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
📌 Begin blending Color B on the back:
Use color change technique to add B only on half the stitches for several rows -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff firmly -
dec x6 (6), FO and close.
🐾 Legs (Make 2 – Color B)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–5. sc around (12) -
(1 sc, dec) x4 (8)
7–8. sc around (8), stuff lightly
FO, leave long tail to sew at base.
🐾 Arms (Make 2 – Color B)
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MR, 6 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
3–6. sc around (9) -
dec x2, sc to end (7)
Stuff lightly
FO and sew on sides in front.
🧠 Ears (Make 2)
With Color B:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
Optional: Add Color A on inner edge in last round
FO, fold in half, and sew to each side of head.
🐍 Tail (Color B)
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MR, 6 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
3–10. sc around (9) -
(1 sc, dec) x3 (6)
12–18. sc around (6)
FO, stuff lightly, and sew to base back of body.
✂️ Assembly Instructions
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Sew the head to the body firmly, aligning color change lines if possible
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Position and sew legs at the bottom sides so the weasel can sit upright
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Attach arms in a relaxed forward stance
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Shape and attach ears, slightly cupped inward
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Sew on the tail at a slight downward curve
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Embroider nose and optional smile using brown thread
💡 Customization Ideas
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Add whiskers with thin thread or fishing line
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Adjust the tail length for different weasel breeds (marten, stoat, ferret)
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Use safety joints for moveable limbs
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Add a tiny acorn, pinecone, or mushroom accessory
This charming weasel makes a playful woodland addition to your amigurumi collection – perfect for gifting or storytelling! 🌲🧶
