Add a touch of flair to your crochet projects with this Amigurumi Tassel pattern! Whether you’re looking for a stylish accent for bags, scarves, home decor, or festive garlands, this free pattern lets you stitch up a charming tassel with ease. With its soft flowing strands and customizable size, this little detail can transform any handmade piece into something extra special. Whether you’re creating boho-chic embellishments, playful keychains, or elegant decorative touches, this amigurumi tassel is a simple yet impactful addition to your crochet collection!
Designed for versatility and creativity, this pattern allows you to play with different yarn types, color combinations, and embellishments to make your tassel uniquely yours. Add metallic threads for a dazzling effect, mix textures for a rustic feel, or attach beads and charms for extra personality! Whether crafting a single statement tassel or a whole bundle for various projects, this quick and satisfying design is sure to bring joy to your crochet journey. So grab your hook, gather your yarn, and let’s create a beautiful tassel—one strand at a time! 🧶✨🎀
🐙 Amigurumi Tassel Crochet Pattern
Elevate your crochet projects with this Amigurumi Tassel pattern, a perfect blend of texture and movement! Whether you’re accenting a boho-inspired bag, adding flair to a home decor piece, or crafting decorative garlands, this free pattern offers endless possibilities. Simple yet elegant, these tassels can be customized in size, color, and embellishments—think shimmering threads, beads, or layered textures for extra charm. Quick to make and fun to experiment with, this crochet tassel is a delightful touch that transforms any handmade creation into something truly special! 🧶✨🎀
✨ Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate – Simple shaping, some color changes, and decorative assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 6–8 inches (15–20 cm) tall using velvet or bulky yarn and a 3.5–4.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
Yarn (Bulky or Velvet yarn recommended):
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Color A (Burnt Orange)
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Color B (White, for accent tentacles and top loop)
Crochet hook: 3.5–4.5 mm
Tapestry needle
Stitch marker
Polyfill stuffing
Black safety eyes (12 mm)
Scissors
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
🧠 Head (Work in continuous spiral)
With Color A:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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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)
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(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
8–18. sc around (42) -
(5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
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(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24) – Insert safety eyes between Rounds 12 and 13, 10 stitches apart
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18) – Start stuffing firmly
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO and weave yarn tail through front loops, pull tight to close.
🪢 Tentacles
Cut approximately 20–24 strands of yarn (both Color A and B) about 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) long.
Use a hook to loop them through the base of the head (latch hook method). Alternate colors for a striped look.
Knot each one at the end or leave them loose for a flowing effect.
🔄 Arms (Make 2)
With Color A:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
3–10. sc around (9)
FO, leave a tail for sewing. Stuff lightly and sew to either side of the jellyfish head.
🎀 Braided Top Loop
With both Color A and Color B:
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Crochet or chain two long cords (approx. 8–10 inches / 20–25 cm).
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Twist and knot them into a decorative bun at the top of the head as shown in the photo.
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Use excess length as a hanging loop.
✂️ Finishing Touches
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Shape the head by gently pressing and adjusting the stuffing.
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Trim tentacles to even out lengths if desired.
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Securely knot and weave in all loose ends.
💡 Customization Ideas
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Add tiny beads or glittery thread for a magical jellyfish.
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Make a whole jellyfish family with varying tentacle lengths!
This twisty jellyfish is a cheerful, squishy sea creature that will brighten up any space—whether it’s hanging in a playroom or cuddling on a shelf! 🌊🧡
