Swing into the world of crochet with this Amigurumi Orangutan pattern! 🦧✨ With its long arms, expressive face, and fuzzy texture, this design captures the charm of these gentle jungle dwellers in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a wildlife-themed décor piece, an animal lover’s gift, or simply enjoy character-inspired amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a delightful addition to your collection.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in fur texture, facial details, and even tiny accessories like a banana or leafy vines to enhance its personality. Choose classic warm oranges and browns for a realistic look or experiment with playful hues for a unique twist! Whether displayed as part of a nature-inspired setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi orangutan is sure to impress. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this lovable primate to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
🐵 Amigurumi Orangutan Crochet Pattern
Meet this cuddly Amigurumi Orangutan — a gentle jungle companion with long arms, expressive eyes, and a sweet face full of personality. With its warm orange-brown fur and soft beige details, this plushie makes a heartwarming gift or a lovable addition to your animal amigurumi collection! 🧡🌿
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes shaping, color changes, and expressive embroidery.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 25–30 cm (10–12 inches) tall when using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (Worsted weight):
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Rusty orange or dark brown (main body, limbs, ears)
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Beige or cream (face, hands, feet, ears, muzzle)
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Black or dark brown (mouth embroidery)
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3.5 mm crochet hook
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Safety eyes (10–12 mm)
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Tapestry needle
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Polyfill stuffing
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Stitch markers
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
🧠 Head
With orange yarn:
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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)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–14. sc around (36)
– Insert safety eyes between Rounds 10–11 -
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Stuff firmly -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6), FO and close
🐵 Face Patch
With beige yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–5. sc around (18), FO
Flatten into oval and sew to center of face
Embroider nose slits and smile in black yarn
👂 Ears (Make 2)
Outer (orange):
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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sc around (12), FO
Inner (beige):
Repeat rounds 1–2
Layer inside outer piece, sew together, and attach to head sides
🧥 Body
With orange yarn:
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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)
6–12. sc around (30) -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
14–16. sc around (24)
Stuff firmly -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6), FO and close
💪 Arms (Make 2 – Long)
Start with beige (hand):
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MR, 6 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
3–4. sc around (9)
Switch to orange:
5–18. sc around (9)
Stuff lightly
FO and sew to body at shoulder level
🦶 Legs (Make 2 – Shorter)
Start with beige (foot):
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–4. sc around (12)
Switch to orange:
5–9. sc around (12)
Stuff and sew to lower body
🐾 Hands & Feet Details
Optional: Use surface crochet or embroidery to add finger lines or nail details
Sew tiny thumb nubs using a ch 2, sc, FO, and attach
✂️ Finishing Touches
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Sew head to body
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Attach arms and legs securely
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Embroider a sweet smile and brow ridges if desired
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Weave in all ends
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Gently shape and pose limbs for a relaxed look
This cozy orangutan is full of jungle charm! Whether sitting on a shelf or being snuggled, this lovable primate is a gentle, thoughtful friend made one stitch at a time. 🐒🧶
