Bring the tiny charm of an Amigurumi Ant Baby to life with this crochet pattern! 🐜✨ With its segmented body, delicate antennae, and adorable little legs, this design captures the essence of a lovable ant in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a nature-inspired décor piece, a playful gift, or simply love insect-themed amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a delightful addition to your collection.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in body textures, eye details, and even tiny accessories like a miniature leaf or a cozy perch to enhance its personality. Choose classic browns and blacks for a realistic look or experiment with whimsical hues for a unique twist! Whether displayed as part of a wildlife setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi ant baby is sure to bring smiles. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this adorable little insect to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
🐜 Amigurumi Ant Baby Crochet Pattern
Bring a little forest floor charm into your handmade world with this sweet and spunky Amigurumi Ant Baby! With curled antennae, wide eyes, and a perfectly plump body, this bug buddy makes a unique gift for insect lovers, kids, and whimsical decor fans.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Involves shaping, small parts, and structured attachment.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 18–20 cm (7–8 in) tall when seated
(using DK yarn and a 2.5–3.0 mm hook)
🧶 Materials
Yarn (DK / light worsted):
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Dark brown – head, body, arms, legs, antennae (approx. 55–65 g)
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Beige / light tan – face area (approx. 10 g)
Notions:
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6–8 mm black safety eyes
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Polyester fiberfill
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Scissors
Hook:
2.5–3.0 mm crochet hook
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – magic ring
sc – single crochet
inc – increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec – decrease (sc2tog)
sl st – slip stitch
ch – chain
FO – fasten off
😊 Head (Two-Tone)
Start with dark brown.
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6–R8: sc around (30)
Switch to beige.
R9–R12: sc around (30)
Insert safety eyes between R10–R11, spaced about 6–7 sts apart.
Embroider a small curved smile centered low on the beige section.
Switch back to dark brown.
R13: sc around (30)
R14: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R15: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Stuff firmly, shaping into a smooth sphere.
R16: (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R17: dec ×6 (6)
FO and close.
🧍 Body (Slim, One Piece)
Using dark brown.
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4–R8: sc around (18)
R9: (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R10–R11: sc around (12)
Lightly stuff, keeping the body narrow and straight.
FO, leaving a long tail.
Sew body centered beneath the head.
💪 Arms (Make 2)
Using dark brown.
R1: 5 sc in MR (5)
R2–R6: sc around (5)
Lightly stuff the lower half only.
FO, leaving a tail.
Sew arms to the upper sides of the body so they curve gently inward.
🦵 Legs (Make 2)
Using dark brown.
R1: 5 sc in MR (5)
R2–R6: sc around (5)
Stuff lightly.
FO, leaving a tail.
Attach legs to the lower front of the body so the ant can sit with feet forward.
🐜 Antennae (Make 2)
Using dark brown.
R1: 4 sc in MR (4)
R2–R8: sc around (4)
Do not stuff.
FO, leaving a long tail.
Gently bend each antenna into a soft curve.
Sew to the top of the head, spaced slightly apart, with one antenna more upright and the other curved forward as in the photo.
🧵 Assembly
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Sew head to body
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Attach arms and legs
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Sew antennae securely to the head
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Adjust limb angles for a relaxed seated pose
🎀 Finishing Touches
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Shape antennae with your fingers for a natural curve
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Ensure feet sit evenly so the ant balances well
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Lightly stretch stitches around the face for a soft expression
🌟 Final Thoughts
This Ant Baby is a gentle, character-driven amigurumi that feels more like a tiny forest friend than a realistic insect. Its smooth shapes, sweet face, and expressive antennae make it a standout piece for storytelling, décor, or gifting.
Happy crocheting 🐜🧶🌿
