I’ve recently discovered the delightful world of amigurumi, where crochet meets cuteness in the form of plush toys. 🤗 One of my favorite projects so far has been creating an amigurumi ambulance. There’s something incredibly satisfying about transforming a simple ball of yarn into a charming little vehicle that brings joy and smiles. Amigurumi offers the perfect blend of creativity and relaxation, turning bustling thoughts into a focused, calm state as I stitch each loop. With endless possibilities for customization, from color schemes to adding tiny details like wheels and windows, each piece becomes unique and personal. 🚑
Creating an amigurumi ambulance pattern is a rewarding journey that kicks off with choosing the right yarn and hook size, often a smaller hook to ensure tight stitches. I begin by crocheting the base shape, typically starting from the bottom, and then build up the body, adding each element as I go. It’s like watching a story unfold, stitch by stitch! 🧶 The excitement builds as I add finishing touches, such as embroidery for the sirens and eyes that give it personality. The process is a delightful dance of creativity and patience, resulting in a handmade treasure that brings a little bit of magic wherever it goes. 🌟
🚑 Amigurumi Ambulance with Driver Pattern
Hook up this charming emergency vehicle complete with a plush paramedic! Perfect for playtime or a thoughtful handmade gift for aspiring little heroes.
✂️ Materials
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Yarn (Worsted or DK):
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Crochet hook: 2.5 mm or 3.0 mm
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Yarn needle
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Stitch markers
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Safety eyes (8 mm)
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Polyester stuffing
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Plastic canvas (optional for structure)
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 18 cm tall and 24 cm long with DK yarn.
🧵 Abbreviations
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MR – Magic Ring
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sc – Single crochet
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inc – Increase
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dec – Decrease
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ch – Chain
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sl st – Slip stitch
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BLO – Back loop only
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FLO – Front loop only
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(…) xN – Repeat sequence in parentheses N times
🧠 Skill Level
Intermediate – involves color changes, shaping, and sewing small parts.
🛻 Ambulance Body (White)
Start at the top:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–15. sc in all (30)
Switch to red: -
sc in all (30)
Switch to gray:
17–25. sc in all (30)
Fasten off. Shape into a box-like curve. Stuff firmly or insert lightweight foam/plastic canvas before closing.
🚨 Siren Light (Make 2 – Blue and White)
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MR, 6 sc
2–4. sc in all (6)
Fasten off. Sew one blue and one white horizontally on top.
🚗 Wheels (Make 4 – Black + Gray)
With black:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
Switch to gray: -
(sc, inc) x6 (18)
Fasten off. Sew to lower corners of the body.
➕ Red Cross & Stripe
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Use red yarn to embroider or surface-crochet a cross on the side.
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Use tapestry crochet or surface slip stitch to add the horizontal red stripe around the ambulance.
🪟 Windows (White Yarn + Mesh)
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Cut plastic canvas or white tulle in window shapes and stitch into place.
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Alternatively, sc around a ch-chain window frame.
👨⚕️ Driver Head (Skin Tone)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5–8. sc in all (24) -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
Fasten off. Add safety eyes, light blush cheeks, and a smile.
👕 Driver Body (Blue)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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sc in all (12)
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(2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
5–7. sc in all (9)
Stuff lightly and sew to head.
🧷 Assembly
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Insert driver inside the ambulance and secure with a stitch or glue.
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Sew wheels, sirens, and red cross.
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Shape the vehicle and lightly stuff the top and corners.
🧸 Optional Accessories
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Add a tiny stretcher, first aid bag, or crochet bandages for imaginative play.
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Stitch on an embroidered “EMT” badge for realism!
🧶 Enjoy crafting this heroic ambulance set! It’s a perfect addition to any crochet toy collection or a gift for little future first responders.
