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Amigurumi The Beast – FREE Crochet Pattern

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A crocheted plush toy resembling a beast with horns, sitting in an armchair, dressed in a blue vest with the words 'BE OUR GUEST' embroidered on it, in a room lined with bookshelves.
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Bring the majestic Beast from Beauty and the Beast to life with this Amigurumi The Beast crochet pattern! 🦁✨ With his regal stance, textured mane, and noble expression, this design captures the essence of the beloved fairy-tale character in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a Disney fan, a themed décor piece, or simply love character-inspired amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a magical addition to your collection.

Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in outfit details, facial features, and even tiny accessories like a miniature enchanted rose or a flowing cape to enhance Beast’s personality. Choose classic deep blues and golds for an authentic look or experiment with rich hues for a creative twist! Whether displayed alongside Belle or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi Beast is sure to impress. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this legendary prince to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨

A crocheted plush toy resembling a beast with horns, sitting in an armchair, dressed in a blue vest with the words 'BE OUR GUEST' embroidered on it, in a room lined with bookshelves.

🧸 Amigurumi “The Beast” Crochet Pattern

Inspired by Beauty and the Beast

This charming amigurumi Beast brings the enchanted prince to life in the most huggable way. Complete with majestic horns, embroidered details, and a noble outfit embroidered with “Be Our Guest,” this intermediate-level project is ideal for fairy tale lovers and collectors.

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate to Advanced – Includes shaping, color changes, embroidery, and garment construction.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 12–14 inches (30–35 cm) tall when using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.

🧶 Materials

  • Yarn (Worsted weight):
    • Cream/tan (face, hands, feet)
    • Brown (horns, legs, nose details, mouth, brows)
    • Beige/blonde (mane and beard)
    • Royal blue (coat)
    • Mustard gold (vest)
    • White (shirt)
  • Crochet hook: 3.0–3.5 mm
  • Safety eyes (12 mm)
  • Black embroidery thread (nose, pupils, eyebrows)
  • Fiberfill stuffing
  • Stitch markers
  • Yarn needle
  • Scissors
  • Optional: felt backing for vest details and mane

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • MR – Magic Ring
  • sc – Single Crochet
  • inc – Increase
  • dec – Decrease
  • ch – Chain
  • sl st – Slip Stitch
  • BLO – Back Loop Only
  • FO – Fasten Off

🧠 Head

With tan yarn:

  1. MR, 6 sc
  2. inc x6 (12)
  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    7–15. sc around (36)
  7. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
  8. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
    – Insert safety eyes between Rnds 10–11, about 8 sts apart
    – Add facial embroidery: brows, nostrils, snout ridge with brown yarn
    – Stuff firmly
  9. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
  10. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
  11. dec x6 (6)
    FO and close.

🐃 Horns (Make 2)

With brown yarn:

  1. MR, 5 sc
    2–4. sc around (5)
  2. (1 sc, inc) x2, 1 sc (7)
    6–8. sc around (7)
    Stuff lightly, FO, and sew to top of head.

🧔 Mane & Beard

With beige/blonde yarn:

  • Cut multiple strands ~4–5 inches long
  • Attach around the back of the head and sideburns using a lark’s head knot
  • For beard: surface crochet or tie strands under chin
  • Trim and shape to taper under jaw

👂 Ears (Make 2)

  1. MR, 5 sc
  2. inc x5 (10)
  3. sc around (10)
    FO, flatten and sew to side of head behind horns.

🐾 Body

Start with dark brown (legs):

  1. MR, 6 sc
  2. inc x6 (12)
  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
    4–6. sc around (18)
    Switch to tan:
    7–9. sc around (18)
    Switch to white (shirt):
    10–18. sc around (18)
    – Stuff
    FO and leave long tail for sewing head on top.

🐾 Arms (Make 2)

Start with tan (hands):

  1. MR, 6 sc
  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–4. sc around (12)
    Switch to white (shirt sleeves):
    5–10. sc around (12)
    Stuff lightly
    FO and sew to shoulders.

👞 Legs (Make 2)

With dark brown yarn:

  1. MR, 6 sc
  2. inc x6 (12)
  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
    4–7. sc around (18)
  4. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
    9–10. sc around
    Stuff firmly
    FO and sew to bottom sides of body.

🎽 Coat (Royal Blue Yarn)

  1. Ch 26
  2. sc in 2nd ch and across (25)
    3–7. sc across for back panel
    FO

Front Panels (Make 2):

  • Ch 13, work 5 rows of sc
  • FO and sew to sides of back panel
  • Edge with mustard gold yarn using sl st or picot
  • Embroider “BE OUR GUEST” in white thread

🎩 Vest

  1. With mustard yarn, ch 26
  2. sc in rows to match coat dimensions
  3. Use zig-zag edge with sc, ch 1, sl st
  4. FO and sew under coat layer

🧷 Assembly

  1. Sew head to body
  2. Attach arms and legs
  3. Layer coat and vest pieces
  4. Fluff mane and trim beard
  5. Stitch horn and ear placement securely
  6. Embroider or attach nose and eyebrows

💡 Finishing Touches

  • Lightly brush mane for fluff
  • Use felt backing for vest or cuffs
  • Add felt or yarn claws for detail on hands
  • Add a mini rose as an accessory 🌹

This enchanting Beast is perfect as a plush gift or a magical piece of decor—pair it with a matching Belle doll or enchanted rose cloche for a fairy tale set! ✨🕯️📚


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