Blast off into cuteness with this Amigurumi Maui the Alien Pup crochet pattern! With his big curious eyes, floppy ears, and out-of-this-world charm, Maui is the perfect blend of extraterrestrial whimsy and puppy love. Whether you’re a sci-fi fan, a dog lover, or just someone who enjoys stitching up quirky characters, this little alien pup is ready to beam into your heart and brighten your crochet collection. 🧶👽🐾
Designed for playful detail and cosmic flair, this pattern invites you to mix bold colors, soft textures, and fun extras like antennae, a space collar, or even a tiny UFO accessory. Customize Maui with glittery yarns, pastel hues, or glow-in-the-dark accents for a truly stellar look. Whether he’s perched on a shelf, tagging along on your keychain, or gifted to a fellow space explorer, this Alien Pup Amigurumi is a joyful and satisfying project—perfect for stitching up a little handmade adventure from another galaxy! 💖✨🚀
🛸 Amigurumi Maui the Alien Pup Crochet Pattern
Let your crochet adventure blast off with Maui, the friendly alien puppy from outer space! With his planetary belly, galaxy antennae, and oversized floppy ears, he’s out of this world.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – involves color changes, surface crochet, and shaping.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 10–12 in / 25–30 cm tall (using DK yarn & 2.5–3.0 mm hook)
🧶 Materials
- DK yarn or similar in:
- Mint green (main body)
- Lavender, sky blue, pale yellow (accents)
- Brown (nose, eyes)
- White or light blue (eye whites)
- 2.5 mm crochet hook
- Safety eyes (optional) or yarn for embroidering
- Tapestry needle
- Polyfill stuffing
- Stitch marker
- Optional: wire (for bendy antennae)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in one st)
dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
hdc – Half Double Crochet
dc – Double Crochet
FO – Fasten Off
BLO/FLO – Back/Front Loop Only
🐾 Head
With mint green:
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
Rnd 7–16: sc around (36)
Rnd 17: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
Rnd 18: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
Rnd 19: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Stuff firmly.
Rnd 20: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Rnd 21: dec ×6 (6), FO, close hole.
🐶 Muzzle
With brown:
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4–5: sc around (18), FO
Lightly stuff and sew to center of face.
Mouth: Embroider with brown.
Nose: Embroider small triangle on top of muzzle.
👀 Eyes (Make 2)
Iris (Sky Blue):
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Switch to white:
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24), FO
Sew to head evenly spaced with iris centered. Add small white glint or safety eye in center.
Eyebrows: Embroider with brown above eyes.
🧠 Antennae (Make 3)
Base (Mint Green):
Ch 10, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (9)
FO, roll into tube, stitch closed.
Ball Tip (Colorful):
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: sc around (12)
Rnd 4: (1 sc, dec) ×4 (8)
Stuff and sew to end of antenna.
Attach 2 angled on each side and 1 center top.
👂 Ears (Make 2)
With mint green:
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4–10: sc around (18)
Rnd 11: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Rnd 12: sc around (12), FO
Flatten slightly and sew to sides of head.
🪐 Body
With mint green:
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
Rnd 7–20: sc around (36)
Rnd 21: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
Rnd 22: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
Stuff firmly.
Rnd 23: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Rnd 24: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12), FO
Sew to head.
🪐 Planet Belly Patch
Base (Yellow):
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Switch to lavender:
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Switch to blue:
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30), FO
Planet Ring (Mint Green or Blue):
Ch 30–35, sl st around belly patch across middle.
Sew entire patch to center of belly.
🦴 Arms (Make 2)
With lavender:
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3–4: sc around (12)
Switch to mint green:
Rnd 5–10: sc around (12)
Lightly stuff and close flat
Sew to body sides.
🐾 Legs (Make 2)
With lavender:
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Switch to mint green:
Rnd 4–8: sc around (18)
Stuff firmly, FO and sew to bottom of body.
🧶 Finishing Touches
- Stitch all parts securely.
- Add gentle blush with pink pastel if desired.
- Adjust antennas to curve outward.
- Optional: Make felt or yarn stars to scatter around for play or display!
🚀 Maui is ready to join your galaxy of soft friends. Let me know if you want matching accessories like a spaceship or starry scarf!
