Creating an amigurumi snow leopard is truly a delightful adventure! 🐆 There’s something incredibly satisfying about transforming a simple ball of yarn into a charming, huggable creature. These majestic cats, with their striking spotted coats and expressive eyes, are a joy to recreate in miniature form. The process allows me to unleash my creativity while also paying homage to one of nature’s most beautiful animals. As I work, I can imagine the snow leopard prowling through the snowy mountains, and it adds an element of magic to the crafting process. Plus, crafting something with my own hands gives me a sense of accomplishment that’s hard to beat.
The journey of making an amigurumi snow leopard starts with choosing the perfect yarn. I love selecting soft, cozy yarns in shades of grey and white to mimic the snow leopard’s natural beauty. With a crochet hook in hand, I begin by crafting the body and then move on to the legs, tail, and, of course, those adorable ears. Each stitch is a step closer to bringing this little creature to life. It’s a meticulous process, but that’s part of the fun! Adding the final touches, like the spots and facial features, truly brings out the snow leopard’s personality. Seeing it come together piece by piece is like witnessing my own mini masterpiece take shape. 😊
🐾 Amigurumi Snow Leopard Crochet Pattern
Skill Level: Intermediate
Finished Size: ~25 cm (10″) tall
Terminology: US crochet terms
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (Worsted or DK):
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White (base color)
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Light gray (for body contrast)
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Black or dark brown (spots, detailing)
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Pink (nose)
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Hook: 2.5 mm or 3.0 mm
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Safety Eyes: 10–12 mm black
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Polyester Stuffing
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Tapestry Needle, Scissors, Stitch Markers
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Optional: plastic whiskers or embroidery thread for facial detail
🧵 Abbreviations
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MR – Magic Ring
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SC – Single Crochet
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INC – Increase
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DEC – Decrease
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CH – Chain
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SL ST – Slip Stitch
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FLO – Front Loop Only
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BLO – Back Loop Only
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FO – Fasten Off
🧑🎨 Color Change Tip
Alternate white and light gray while crocheting body parts, or work them in stripes and embroider the spots on top.
🐱 Head (Start with White)
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MR, 6 SC
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INC × 6 (12)
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(SC, INC) × 6 (18)
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(2 SC, INC) × 6 (24)
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(3 SC, INC) × 6 (30)
6–10. SC around (30) -
(3 SC, DEC) × 6 (24)
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(2 SC, DEC) × 6 (18)
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(SC, DEC) × 6 (12)
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DEC × 6 (6), FO
Stuff firmly
🐽 Muzzle
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MR, 6 SC
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INC × 6 (12)
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SC around (12)
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FO, embroider a pink triangle nose and mouth
Sew below eye line
👀 Eyes & Details
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Insert safety eyes between Rounds 6–7, spaced 6–7 stitches apart
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Add white or gray eye patches with yarn or felt
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Embroider whiskers using thin yarn or monofilament
🐾 Body (White + Gray)
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MR, 6 SC
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INC × 6 (12)
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(SC, INC) × 6 (18)
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(2 SC, INC) × 6 (24)
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(3 SC, INC) × 6 (30)
6–10. SC around -
(4 SC, DEC) × 5 (25)
12–18. SC -
(3 SC, DEC) × 5 (20)
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SC around
FO and stuff firmly
🐾 Arms ×2 (Start White)
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MR, 6 SC
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INC × 6 (12)
3–4. SC -
Switch to gray, SC rounds 5–10
FO and lightly stuff
Sew to sides of body
🐾 Legs ×2 (Start White)
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MR, 6 SC
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INC × 6 (12)
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(SC, INC) × 6 (18)
4–5. SC -
Switch to gray, SC rounds 6–10
FO and stuff
Sew with paws facing forward
🦴 Tail (White → Tip Dark Gray)
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MR, 6 SC
2–18. SC around
Switch to dark gray for tip
Stuff lightly and sew to back
👂 Ears ×2
Inner (White):
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MR, 6 SC
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(SC, INC) × 3 (9)
FO
Outer (Gray):
Repeat above steps
Sew inner to outer
Attach to top of head
⚫ Spots
Use black or brown yarn to embroider or surface crochet random-shaped spots. Vary sizes and place densely on limbs, back, and head.
🪄 Finishing Touches & Tips
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Add poly pellets to bottom for stability
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Lightly blush cheeks for extra charm
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Use fabric stiffener on ears if needed
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Optional: add a wire in the tail to shape it
