Add a splash of ocean charm to your kitchen with this Amigurumi Starfish Fridge Magnet crochet pattern! This adorable little starfish brings a touch of seaside magic to any space, turning an ordinary fridge into a coastal retreat. Whether you’re a lover of all things beachy or simply looking for a quick and fun crochet project, this free pattern is the perfect way to craft a tiny sea creature with personality. Soft, textured, and full of charm, this starfish magnet makes a wonderful gift or cheerful addition to your home decor!
Designed with simplicity and creativity in mind, this pattern allows you to play with colors, textures, and embellishments to make your starfish truly unique. Go for classic sandy tones, vibrant coral hues, or even a whimsical pastel palette—the choice is yours! Whether you make just one or a whole school of them, these little magnets are sure to brighten up any space with their beachy vibes. So grab your yarn, pick up your hook, and let’s bring a little ocean magic to life, one stitch at a time! 🌊⭐✨
⭐ 3D Amigurumi Starfish Fridge Magnet Pattern
This plush, round-bodied crochet starfish clings adorably to your fridge thanks to a hidden magnet inside! Soft, seamless shaping and gently curved arms make it realistic yet beginner-friendly.
✨ Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate – requires working in continuous rounds and smooth shaping.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 12–13 cm (5 in) across using DK or light-worsted cotton yarn and a 2.5–3 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
- DK cotton yarn – 20 g in peach or coral
- 2.5–3 mm crochet hook
- Polyester fiberfill
- 6 mm safety eyes
- 1 small flat disk magnet (≈ 2 cm diameter)
- Tapestry needle, stitch marker, scissors
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – magic ring
sc – single crochet
inc – increase (2 sc in same st)
dec – invisible decrease
sl st – slip stitch
FO – fasten off
⭐ Main Body
Work in one continuous piece (head + 5 arms) in rounds. Use a stitch marker at the start of each round.
Center Base
R1: MR 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
R7–R8: sc around (36)
👉 Insert safety eyes between R5–R6, about 7 sts apart.
🟠 First Arm (Make 5 sequentially)
Each arm is worked directly from the body — no sewing needed.
R9: sc 4, place marker at start of these 4 sts → continue only on them for arm (4)
R10: sc around (4)
R11: (1 sc, inc) ×2 (6)
R12–R18: sc around (6)
R19: (1 sc, dec) ×2 (4)
R20: sc around (4)
R21: dec ×2 (2)
FO, leave tail, close tip, weave end.
Skip 3 sts on the body, attach yarn in next st, repeat Rounds 9–21 four more times for five evenly spaced arms.
Stuff each arm lightly as you go to keep them firm but still bendable.
🌟 Filling & Magnet
After finishing all arms and before closing the final gap:
1️⃣ Stuff the central body tightly with fiberfill.
2️⃣ Insert the flat magnet at the back center — place between two thin layers of stuffing so it sits flush but does not shift.
3️⃣ Sew a few cross-stitches of yarn across the opening to trap it securely inside.
💫 Finishing Touches
- Massage the fiberfill to even out the shape.
- Curve the arms gently forward by bending and rolling them with your fingers for a natural look.
- Optionally embroider tiny cheeks or a mouth.
⭐ Result: a seamless, plump, five-armed starfish that sticks perfectly to metal surfaces and adds instant coastal charm to your fridge or workspace.
