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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! 🧶🚀

👽 Amigurumi Alien Crochet Pattern

Meet your new intergalactic buddy! This wide-eyed alien features an oversized head, giant black eyes, rounded hands and feet, wide elf-like ears, and adorable antennas. With simple shaping and thoughtful assembly, you’ll bring this otherworldly creature to life in no time.

Perfect as a gift, decoration, or playtime companion, this alien is guaranteed to charm earthlings of all ages. 🛸✨

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – involves shaping, attaching parts, and working in the round.

📏 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 taupe, tan, or light brown (entire body)
3.5 mm crochet hook
14–16 mm black safety eyes (large size for exaggerated look)
Polyfill stuffing
Stitch marker
Tapestry needle & scissors
Optional: pipe cleaners for poseable antennas

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip stitch
FO – Fasten off

🧠 Head (Large & Round)

With body color yarn:

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)
(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
(6 sc, inc) x6 (48)
9–22. sc around (48) ← extra rounds for oversized head
(6 sc, dec) x6 (42)
(5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24) – insert safety eyes between Rounds 14–15, about 12 stitches apart
Stuff firmly.
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
dec x6 (6), FO and weave closed.

🦻 Ears (Make 2)

MR, 6 sc (6)
(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
(2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
(3 sc, inc) x3 (15)
5–7. sc around (15)
Flatten piece, sc across opening. FO.
👉 Sew ears wide on head, angled slightly outward and upward.

🧍 Body

MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–10. sc around (30)
(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
12–18. sc around (36)
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
20–21. sc around (30)
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
sc around (18)
Stuff firmly. FO with long tail. Sew to head.

💪 Arms (Make 2 – Rounded Hands)

MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
3–5. sc around (12) ← rounded hand
(2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
7–20. sc around (9)
Lightly stuff, leaving arms flexible. FO.
Sew slightly below neckline.

🦶 Legs (Make 2 – Rounded Feet)

MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–6. sc around (18) ← forms rounded foot
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
8–22. sc around (12)
Stuff firmly. FO.
Attach to bottom of body, angled for a sitting position.

👾 Antennas (Make 2)

MR, 4 sc (4)
2–7. sc around (4)
inc x4 (8)
sc around (8)
dec x4 (4)
Stuff lightly (or insert pipe cleaner). FO.
Sew to top of head.

✂️ Assembly

Attach body to head securely.
Sew arms to upper sides of body.
Attach legs to base of body, slightly spread.
Sew ears wide and outward, angled slightly upward.
Sew antennas symmetrically on head.
Adjust safety eyes so they sit deeply into head for large, round appearance.

🌟 Finishing Touches

Embroider a tiny smile or leave plain for neutral alien expression.
Add optional accessories: a mini scarf, backpack, or even a tiny UFO.
For a unique twist, try glow-in-the-dark or velvety yarn.

👽 Your amigurumi alien is ready — with a huge head, giant eyes, simple rounded hands/feet, wide ears, and antennas just like in the picture. A cuddly little extraterrestrial straight out of space! 🚀✨

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