March into cuteness with the Amigurumi Ant, a delightful crochet creation that’s full of charm and character! 🐜🧶 With its rich brown body, big expressive eyes, bobbly limbs, and a rounded, detailed back, this tiny insect is anything but ordinary. Whether you’re crafting a fun addition to your bug-themed collection or looking for a quirky handmade gift, this ant is sure to bring a smile to anyone who sees it.
Perfect for crocheters who love playful shapes and imaginative designs, this pattern invites you to explore texture and personality in every stitch. Add a tiny leaf, pair it with other garden critters, or create a whole colony for a whimsical display. The Amigurumi Ant is a joyful way to stitch up curiosity, creativity, and a sprinkle of handmade magic—one loop at a time! 🧵✨🌿
🐜 Amigurumi Ant Crochet Pattern
Meet your forest friend — a charming crocheted ant with big eyes, bobbly limbs, and a rounded, detailed back. Whether you want to make a woodland creature for storytelling, decoration, or playtime, this little ant is sure to march right into your heart!
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – involves shaping, segment joining, flexible limb attachment, and light sculpting.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 9–10 inches (23–25 cm) tall when seated, made with DK or light worsted yarn and a 3.0 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
You’ll need about 65 g of yarn total:
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55 g warm brown (body, limbs, and antennae)
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8 g white (eye whites)
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Small amount black or dark brown (pupils)
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10–12 mm safety eyes or black beads
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3.0 mm crochet hook
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Yarn needle, stitch marker, scissors
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Optional: thin floral wire for antennae shaping
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc 2 tog)
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
🪶 Head (Brown)
R1 – MR 6 sc (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)
R7–13 – sc around (36) → keep perfectly round, slightly forward-tilted.
R14 – (4 sc, dec) × 6 (30)
R15 – (3 sc, dec) × 6 (24)
R16 – (2 sc, dec) × 6 (18)
Stuff firmly and evenly.
R17 – (1 sc, dec) × 6 (12)
R18 – dec × 6 (6)
FO and close tightly.
✅ Photo Accuracy Note:
The head should remain slightly larger than the thorax and keep a high, forward-facing position when sewn.
👀 Eyes (White × 2)
R1 – MR 6 sc (6)
R2 – inc × 6 (12)
R3 – (1 sc, inc) × 6 (18)
FO leaving long tail.
Insert 10–12 mm safety eyes in the center of each piece.
✅ Positioning (important correction):
Attach eyes slightly to the sides of the head — about 1–1.5 stitches apart at the closest points — not touching.
This spacing creates the alert, innocent look seen in the photo.
Sew securely so each eye slightly bulges forward for that 3-D effect.
🪶 Antennae (× 2 – Brown)
Ball Tip:
R1 – MR 6 sc (6)
R2 – (1 sc, inc) × 3 (9)
R3 – sc around (9)
R4 – (1 sc, dec) × 3 (6)
Lightly stuff; do not close.
Stalk:
Continue directly from ball tip:
R5–17 – sc around (6) (≈ 7–8 cm long).
FO, leaving long tail.
✅ Photo Accuracy Note:
Insert a thin piece of floral wire inside before sewing, then bend each stalk into a dramatic “question-mark” curve (more pronounced than a gentle arc).
Sew both antennae to the top of the head, angled outward and backward.
🪶 Thorax (Middle Segment)
R1 – MR 6 sc (6)
R2 – inc × 6 (12)
R3 – (1 sc, inc) × 6 (18)
R4 – (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
R5–9 – sc around (24)
R10 – (2 sc, dec) × 6 (18)
R11 – (1 sc, dec) × 6 (12)
Stuff firmly and FO.
✅ Keep this segment round but slightly smaller than the head.
🪶 Abdomen (Back Segment – Slightly Fuller)
R1 – MR 6 sc (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)
R7–12 – sc around (36)
R13 – (4 sc, dec) × 6 (30)
R14 – (3 sc, dec) × 6 (24)
R15 – (2 sc, dec) × 6 (18)
Stuff very firmly so the abdomen retains a strong curve.
R16 – (1 sc, dec) × 6 (12)
R17 – dec × 6 (6)
FO and close.
✅ Optional: to accentuate the lifted rear, use a hidden stitch to pull the bottom slightly upward after stuffing.
🦵 Arms & Legs (× 4 – Brown)
R1 – MR 6 sc (6)
R2 – inc × 6 (12)
R3–5 – sc around (12)
R6 – (2 sc, dec) × 3 (9)
R7–15 – sc around (9)
R16 – (1 sc, dec) × 3 (6)
FO leaving long tail.
✅ Stuffing & Shape:
Stuff only the lower rounded end to form the distinct bulbous “feet / hands.”
Leave the upper part unfilled and soft for natural bending.
✅ Attachment for Natural Sitting Pose:
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Arms: Sew to the upper sides of the thorax at a 30–40° downward angle so they rest loosely beside the body.
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Legs: Attach to the junction between thorax and abdomen, angled forward and down.
This placement lets the ant sit comfortably on a flat surface with legs bent naturally in front, exactly like the photo.
🧵 Assembly
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Sew head firmly onto thorax, slightly tilted forward.
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Attach abdomen to the back of thorax, aligning the center line.
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Sew arms and legs in their angled positions for a relaxed, seated look.
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Attach eyes evenly spaced apart on upper head (not touching).
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Add antennae, curving them into expressive arcs.
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Shape limbs by bending lightly to rest naturally.
🧶 Yarn Usage Summary
Brown – 55 g
White – 8 g
Black – < 1 g
Total ≈ 65 g DK yarn.
💡 Finishing Touches
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Steam or dampen slightly to smooth curves.
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If using wire in antennae, wrap the ends with yarn or tape for safety before inserting.
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Optional: embroider a tiny dot mouth beneath eyes.
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Adjust eye distance and antenna angle to fine-tune expression — closer eyes look cute, wider eyes look more surprised (photo shows wider).
This friendly forest ant is full of charm and character — a delightful companion for woodland storytime, buggy adventures, or snuggly shelf decor! 🐜🌿
