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Amigurumi Alien – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Alien – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Take your crochet skills out of this world with this Amigurumi Alien pattern! Inspired by classic extraterrestrial designs, this adorable little space visitor features big eyes, tiny antennae, and a playful personality in every stitch. Whether you’re crafting for sci-fi fans, adding a quirky touch to your collection, or simply enjoy making unique amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a miniature alien bursting with charm! Perfect for space lovers and imaginative creators, this crochet alien is sure to bring a cosmic twist to your handmade projects. 👽✨

Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of green, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature UFO or space helmet for extra flair. Craft a classic alien with its signature glowing eyes, create a whimsical version with pastel tones, or even stitch up a full set of space-inspired amigurumi for an intergalactic display! Whether gifted as a fun keepsake, displayed as a quirky accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Alien is a creative and entertaining project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade cosmic magic to every stitch! 🧶🚀

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👽 Amigurumi Alien Crochet Pattern

Meet your new favorite intergalactic friend! This adorable amigurumi alien features a big head, even bigger eyes, long limbs with fingers and toes, wide elf-like ears, and cute bobbly antennas. Designed with pose and personality in mind, this pattern includes full shaping instructions for all the unique features.

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – Involves shaping, i-cord elements, and assembling multiple parts.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) tall using worsted weight yarn and a 3.0–3.5 mm hook.

🧶 Materials

  • Worsted weight yarn in:

    • Color A: Taupe, tan, or light brown (entire body)

  • 3.5 mm crochet hook

  • 14 mm black safety eyes (or felt eyes for custom look)

  • Polyfill stuffing

  • Stitch marker

  • Tapestry needle

  • Scissors

  • Optional: pipe cleaners for poseable limbs and antennas

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off

🧠 Head

With Color A

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 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. (6 sc, inc) x6 (48)
    9–18. sc around (48)
    Insert safety eyes between Rounds 13–14, about 12 stitches apart

  9. (6 sc, dec) x6 (42)

  10. (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)

  11. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)

  12. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
    Stuff head

  13. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)

  14. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

  15. dec x6 (6), FO and weave closed

🦻 Ears (Make 2)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)

  3. (2 sc, inc) x3 (12)

  4. (3 sc, inc) x3 (15)
    5–6. sc around (15)

  5. Flatten and sc across opening (leave flat shape)
    FO and sew to sides of head, pointing slightly downward

🧍 Body

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

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

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    6–10. sc around (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    12–16. sc around (36)

  7. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
    18–20. sc around (30)

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

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

  10. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
    FO, leave long tail for sewing to head

💪 Arms (Make 2 – With Fingers)

Fingers (Make 3 per hand):

  1. MR, 4 sc
    2–4. sc around (4)
    FO first 2, do not FO the third.

Hand & Arm:
Join the 3 fingers:

  • sc around all 3 fingers = 12 sts

  • Round 5: sc around (12)

  • Round 6: (2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
    7–20. sc around (9)
    Stuff lightly
    FO and sew to body at shoulder

🦶 Legs (Make 2 – With Toes)

Toes (Make 3 per foot):

  1. MR, 5 sc
    2–4. sc around (5)
    FO first 2, leave 3rd open

Foot & Leg:
Join all 3 toes = 15 sts
Round 5: sc around (15)
Round 6: (3 sc, dec) x3 (12)
7–8. sc around (12)
9. (2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
10–22. sc around (9)
Stuff and bend slightly when attaching
FO and sew to lower body

👾 Antennas (Make 2)

  1. MR, 4 sc
    2–7. sc around (4)

  2. (inc) x4 (8)

  3. sc around (8)

  4. (dec) x4 (4)
    Stuff slightly
    FO and sew to top of head
    Optional: Insert short pipe cleaner inside for poseability

✂️ Assembly

  • Attach head to body

  • Sew arms slightly below neckline

  • Attach legs at body base, ensuring sitting position

  • Sew ears flat and wide

  • Place antennas evenly atop head

  • Adjust eye position for cute expression

💡 Customization Ideas

  • Add a glow-in-the-dark yarn for eyes

  • Use velvety yarn for a soft alien skin

  • Give it a backpack, scarf, or space suit

This wide-eyed extraterrestrial is out of this world! Whether it’s for a gift, decoration, or galactic playtime buddy, this sweet alien is sure to be a universal hit. 🛸🌟


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