Add a pop of color to your kitchen with this Amigurumi Bell Pepper Fridge Magnet crochet pattern! Inspired by the vibrant hues of fresh bell peppers, this adorable design captures their plump shape and smooth texture in every stitch. With its bright and cheerful appearance, this crochet bell pepper magnet is perfect for adding a fun and playful touch to your fridge or workspace. Whether you’re crafting for food lovers, decorating a cozy kitchen, or simply enjoy making unique amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a delightful little veggie bursting with charm! 🌶️✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of red, yellow, and green, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature leaf or smiling face for extra personality. Craft a classic bell pepper with its signature bold colors, create a pastel version for a whimsical aesthetic, or even stitch up a full set of vegetable-inspired amigurumi for a fresh and lively display! Whether gifted as a quirky keepsake, displayed as a cheerful accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Bell Pepper Fridge Magnet is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade kitchen magic to every stitch! 🧶💖
🌶️ Amigurumi Bell Pepper Fridge Magnet Crochet Pattern
Add a dash of cuteness to your kitchen with this cheerful bell pepper fridge magnet! Featuring a smiling face and a curly stem, these little veggies come in green and red and stick right to your refrigerator. They make adorable gifts or fun home accessories for anyone who loves quirky kitchen décor!
✨ Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate – Basic shaping and embroidery involved, plus simple magnet placement.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 4 inches (10 cm) tall using DK or worsted weight yarn and a 2.5–3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
- Yarn (DK or Worsted weight):
- Color A: Green or Red (Bell Pepper Body)
- Color B: Dark Green (Stem)
- Small amount of Black (Eyes & Smile)
- Crochet hook: 2.5–3.5 mm
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch marker
- Polyfill stuffing
- Two small black safety eyes (6 mm) or embroidery thread
- Small round magnets (2 per pepper)
- Hot glue or strong fabric glue (optional for magnet attachment)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
🫑 Bell Pepper Body
Use Color A (Red or Green). Work in a continuous spiral unless otherwise noted.
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–16. sc around (36)
Begin shaping pepper lobes:
17. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
18. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
19. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
— Add stuffing and insert magnets at the back center
20. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
21. dec x6 (6)
FO and close the hole, weave in end.
🌱 Bell Pepper Stem
Use Color B (Dark Green). Work in spiral.
- MR, 6 sc (6)
2–4. sc around (6) - (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
- sc around (9)
— For a curl: chain 7, sl st back down chain, continue sc around
FO with long tail. Sew to top center of bell pepper.
😊 Face Embellishments
- Place safety eyes or embroider eyes between rounds 9–10, about 6–8 stitches apart.
- Use black thread to stitch a simple smile between and slightly below the eyes.
- Optional: Add small blush circles with pink yarn or embroidery thread.
🧲 Magnet Attachment
Insert two small magnets inside the back before fully closing the body, or glue to the back using hot glue after finishing. If inside, place a small piece of felt behind the magnet to cushion the pressure from stuffing.
✂️ Finishing Touches
- Shape the pepper gently with your hands.
- Make multiples in different colors for a vibrant veggie fridge family!
- Add loops if you’d like to turn them into hanging ornaments.
💡 Customization Ideas
- Mix red, yellow, and orange yarns for a full pepper set
- Use glow-in-the-dark yarn for fun kitchen surprises
- Turn it into a keychain by adding a ring at the top
These happy little bell peppers will brighten your fridge and your mood every time you see them! 🍽️✨
