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Amigurumi King Kong – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi King Kong – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Oh, the joy of crafting with yarn! 🧶 Creating an amigurumi King Kong is a delightful endeavor that combines creativity, patience, and a love for the iconic giant. There’s something truly magical about transforming a simple skein of yarn into a miniature, cuddly version of Kong himself. The process is like weaving a story, one stitch at a time, each knot and loop bringing this mighty character to life in the palm of your hand. It’s amazing how an intimidating creature can become so endearing when brought down to a pocket-size version, complete with an expressive face and a mighty stance.

The process of creating an amigurumi King Kong is as thrilling as it is rewarding. It all starts with gathering the perfect materials: soft yarn, a trusty crochet hook, and a few other tools to help shape this little beast. 🦍 Choosing the right shades of grey or brown yarn is crucial to capture Kong’s rugged charm. As I follow the pattern, I watch with excitement as the pieces come together—arms, legs, and that iconic robust chest. And the best part? Adding the finishing touches, like the little eyes and detailing that give him character. Before you know it, King Kong is ready to conquer the world—or, at the very least, my living room!

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🦍 King Kong Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

Bring the mighty jungle legend to life with this adorable and mighty King Kong amigurumi! With expressive eyes, huge hands, and a charmingly fierce stance, this pattern is perfect for advanced beginners and intermediate crocheters who love detail and personality.

🧶 Skill Level

Intermediate – Includes shaping, color changes, and detailed facial features.

📏 Finished Size

Approximately 28 cm (11 inches) tall when using worsted-weight (4) yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.

✂️ Materials Needed

  • Yarn (Worsted weight):

    • Dark brown (Main body)

    • Beige or cream (Face, chest, hands, and feet)

    • Red (Mouth line)

    • Black & white (Eyes)

  • 3.5 mm crochet hook

  • Safety eyes (12 mm)

  • Stitch marker

  • Polyester fiberfill

  • Yarn needle

  • Scissors

  • Optional: Light gray and black yarn for mini Empire State Building

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • MR – Magic Ring

  • sc – Single Crochet

  • inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)

  • dec – Decrease (sc 2 stitches together)

  • BLO – Back Loops Only

  • FLO – Front Loops Only

  • sl st – Slip Stitch

  • ch – Chain

  • st(s) – Stitch(es)

  • FO – Fasten Off

🦍 Pattern Instructions

🧠 HEAD

Using beige yarn:

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    7–14. sc around (36)

  7. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)

  8. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  9. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)

  10. (sc, dec) x6 (12)

  11. dec x6 (6)
    FO, leave a tail for sewing. Stuff firmly.

👀 EYE PATCHES (Make 2)

With dark brown:

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. (sc, inc) x3 (9)

  3. sc around (9)
    FO and sew above muzzle. Attach safety eyes through center.

👃 MUZZLE

With beige:

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)
    4–6. sc around (18)
    FO and stuff. Sew to face between eyes. Embroider nostrils and red mouth line just below.

🦍 BODY

Start with beige:

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)

  7. (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
    8–12. sc around (42)
    Switch to dark brown:
    13–24. sc around (42)

  8. (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)

  9. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)

  10. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
    Stuff firmly.

  11. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)

  12. (sc, dec) x6 (12)

  13. dec x6 (6)
    FO and close.

💪 ARMS (Make 2)

Start with beige:

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. sc around (18)
    Switch to dark brown:
    5–14. sc around (18)
    Stuff lightly.

  5. (sc, dec) x6 (12)

  6. sc around (12)
    FO and sew to shoulders.

✋ HANDS (Fingers – Make 4 per hand)

With beige:

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
    2–3. sc around (6)
    FO, leaving a tail. Sew 4 fingers to each palm in curved shape. Stitch onto ends of arms.

🦶 LEGS (Make 2)

Start with beige:

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. sc around (18)
    Switch to dark brown:
    5–10. sc around (18)
    Stuff and FO. Sew to base of body.

🦶 TOES (Make 3 per foot)

With beige:

  1. MR, 5 sc (5)

  2. sc around (5)
    FO and stitch to foot tops.

🐵 EARS (Make 2)

With dark brown:

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. (sc, inc) x3 (9)
    FO and flatten. Attach to sides of head.

🏙️ Optional: Mini Empire State Building

With light gray yarn:

  1. Ch 6, sc across (5)
    2–10. sc rows (5 sts each row)

  2. Dec 1 st on each edge every other row to taper
    12–15. Work to a 1-st-wide column
    Top with 3 ch and FO
    Sew into hand or attach with thread for removable option.

🧷 Assembly

  • Attach head to body securely

  • Sew arms slightly angled forward

  • Position legs flat for seated pose or upright

  • Add all face details: embroider eyebrows, stitch mouth, attach ears

  • (Optional) Sew mini Empire State Building into hand or on a string

💡 Tips

  • Use safety eyes with washers and test placement before locking

  • Stuff the muzzle, hands, and feet firmly for structure

  • For extra realism, lightly brush the yarn surface with a soft toothbrush

💬 Final Thoughts

Your King Kong is now ready to conquer the jungle… or your living room shelf! This project is both impressive and fun, making it a perfect gift or display piece. Share your finished King Kong using #PunqaAmigurumi for a chance to be featured!


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