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Amigurumi Arcanine – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Arcanine – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Bring the majestic fire of Arcanine to life with this Amigurumi Arcanine crochet pattern! 🔥🐾 With its bold stripes, flowing mane, and powerful stance, this design captures the essence of this beloved Pokémon in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a Pokémon fan, a themed décor piece, or simply love character-inspired amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a fantastic addition to your collection.

Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in fur textures, facial details, and even tiny accessories like embroidered flames or a miniature Poké Ball to enhance its personality. Choose classic orange and black for an authentic look or experiment with creative hues for a unique twist! Whether displayed alongside other Pokémon or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi Arcanine is sure to impress.

Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this legendary Pokémon to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨

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🐾 Amigurumi Arcanine-Inspired Plushie Crochet Pattern

This chibi-style Arcanine-inspired amigurumi brings the bold blue-and-cream contrast of your favorite canine companion to life in soft yarn form. With oversized ears, sweet snout, and big puppy eyes, it’s an adorable addition to any Pokémon fan’s collection.

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate to Advanced – Includes shaping, multiple color changes, and assembly of detailed parts.

📏 Finished Size

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

🧶 Materials

  • Worsted weight yarn in:

    • Blue (main body)

    • Pale Pink (muzzle, paws, belly, ears)

    • White (eye patches)

  • 12–14 mm safety eyes

  • 3.5 mm crochet hook

  • Black embroidery thread (for mouth details)

  • Black animal safety nose or yarn to embroider nose

  • Tapestry needle

  • Polyfill stuffing

  • Stitch markers

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

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

🧑‍🎨 Color Change Tip

To change colors cleanly:
On the last yarn-over of the stitch before the change, drop the old color and yarn-over with the new color. Pull through to complete the stitch and continue working with the new yarn. Always tighten the tails gently to avoid gaps.

🧠 Head (Start with Blue)

  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)
    7–15. sc around (36)
    Insert safety eyes between Rounds 9–10, spaced 10 stitches apart

  7. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)

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

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

  10. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

  11. dec x6 (6)
    FO, weave to close.

🐶 Snout (Pale Pink)

  1. MR, 6 sc

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

  3. sc around

  4. inc in 3 sts, rest sc (12)
    5–6. sc around
    Stuff lightly and sew below eyes. Attach safety nose or embroider.

🐰 Ears (Make 2 – Blue Outer, Pink Inner)

Outer (Blue):

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
    3–5. sc around
    FO.

Inner (Pink):
Same as above.

Stitch pink inside blue, fold slightly, and sew both to top sides of head.

👀 Eye Patches (Make 2 – White)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
    Slightly flatten and sew around each eye.

🐾 Body (Blue → Pink)

  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)
    6–12. sc around (30)

  6. Switch to Pale Pink: sc around
    14–17. sc around (30)

  7. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  8. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    Stuff firmly

  9. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

  10. dec x6 (6)
    FO and sew to head.

✋ Arms (Make 2 – Blue → Pink)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–6. sc around (12)

  3. Switch to Pale Pink, sc around

  4. dec x6 (6)
    Stuff lightly and sew to sides.

🦶 Legs (Make 2 – Blue → Pink)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
    4–5. sc around (18)

  4. Switch to Pale Pink, sc around

  5. dec x6 (12)

  6. sc around
    Stuff, FO and sew to base.

🦴 Belly Patch (Pale Pink)

  1. Ch 7

  2. Row 1: sc across (6)

  3. Row 2: inc, 4 sc, inc (8)

  4. Row 3: sc across
    Continue increasing ends every 2nd row until size fits belly
    FO and stitch centered vertically.

✂️ Final Details

  • Embroider smile lines with black thread

  • Use invisible stitch to sew limbs and ears

  • Optional: lightly blush cheeks for added cuteness

💡 Optional Additions

  • Add a long fluffy tail (Pom yarn or faux fur)

  • Add stripe markings with black yarn or felt

  • Add collar, badge, or scarf for custom touches

This bold and lovable Arcanine-inspired plushie will win hearts in any room it lands in. Soft, strong, and stitched with personality, it’s a perfect display or cuddle companion! 🧶🐺✨


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