Amigurumi Arctic Fox – FREE Crochet Pattern

Amigurumi Arctic Fox – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Embrace the beauty of the Arctic with this Amigurumi Arctic Fox crochet pattern! Inspired by the elegant and resilient creatures of the frozen tundra, this adorable amigurumi fox brings a touch of winter magic to your handmade collection. With its fluffy white fur, perky ears, and charming expression, this crochet Arctic Fox captures the essence of these majestic animals in every stitch. Whether you’re crafting for wildlife lovers, adding a cozy accent to your decor, or simply enjoy making unique amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you create a delightful little fox bursting with personality! ❄️🦊✨

Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of white and gray, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature scarf or snowflake for extra charm. Craft a classic Arctic Fox with its signature snowy look, create a pastel version for a whimsical aesthetic, or even stitch up a full set of winter-inspired amigurumi for a magical display! Whether gifted as a cherished keepsake, displayed as a cozy accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Arctic Fox is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade winter wonder to every stitch! 🧶💖

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🦊 Arctic Fox Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

This elegant fox has a strikingly realistic look thanks to its sharp color transitions and sculpted muzzle. The fluffy white fur around the neck and tail gives it an arctic charm.


✨ Skill Level

Intermediate to Advanced – includes color changes, shaping, and layered fur techniques.


📏 Finished Size

Approx. 11–12 inches (28–30 cm) tall when made with DK yarn and a 2.5–3.0 mm hook.


🧶 Materials

Yarn (DK or Worsted Weight):

  • Rust Orange (Main body & outer ears)

  • White (Snout, cheeks, belly, chest ruff, tail tip, ear inner)

  • Black or Dark Brown (Paws, ear tips, nose)

Tools & Notions:

  • 2.5–3.0 mm crochet hook

  • 14 mm black safety eyes

  • 12 mm safety nose (or small crocheted black oval)

  • Stitch markers

  • Polyester stuffing

  • Tapestry needle

  • Scissors

  • Optional: Wire brush for fluffing fringe fur


🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • MR = Magic Ring

  • sc = Single crochet

  • inc = Increase (2 sc in same st)

  • dec = Decrease (sc2tog)

  • ch = Chain

  • sl st = Slip stitch

  • BLO = Back Loop Only

  • FLO = Front Loop Only

  • FO = Fasten Off


🦊 Head

  1. With White: MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc ×6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
    7–8. sc around (36)

Color transition (rows 9–11):

  • R9: 12 sc white, 24 sc rust

  • R10: 8 sc white, 28 sc rust

  • R11: 4 sc white, 32 sc rust

12–18. Rust, sc around (36)
19. (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
20. (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)

👉 Insert 14 mm safety eyes between R9–10, about 7–8 sts apart (slightly lower on head for realism).

  1. (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)

  2. (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)

  3. dec ×6 (6), FO and close.


🦷 Snout

  1. With White: MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc ×6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
    5–10. sc around (24) → elongates muzzle
    Stuff lightly. FO.

👉 Sew to lower center of head.
👉 Attach safety nose at tip.


🐾 Body

  1. With White: MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc ×6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
    5–10. sc around (24) → extended chest section
    Switch to Rust
    11–20. sc around (24)

  5. (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)

  6. (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
    Stuff firmly, FO.


🐾 Legs (Make 4)

  1. With Black: MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc ×6 (12)
    3–7. sc around (12) → longer black “socks”
    Switch to Rust
    8–14. sc around (12)

  3. (1 sc, dec) ×4 (8)
    Stuff lightly, FO.


👂 Ears (Make 2)

  1. With White: MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. (1 sc, inc) ×3 (9)

  3. (2 sc, inc) ×3 (12)

  4. (3 sc, inc) ×3 (15)
    5–6. sc around (15)
    Switch to Black, sc around (15)
    FO, fold ear in half and sew.

👉 Add a few short strands of white yarn at the base and latch through for small tufts.


🦊 Tail

  1. With White: MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc ×6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
    4–6. sc around (18)
    Switch to Rust
    7–20. sc around (18)
    Switch back to White
    21–27. sc around (18) → long white tip
    Stuff lightly as you go, FO.

👉 To achieve fluffy look, latch fringe yarn on white section or brush yarn gently for extra volume.


❄️ Cheek & Neck Fur

Cheek Panels (×2)

  1. With White: ch 7

  2. Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (6)
    3–8. ch 1, turn, sc across (6)

👉 Add fringe: Cut 12–15 short white strands, fold in half, and latch into edge stitches. Trim to desired length.

Neck Ruff (mandatory)

  • With White, surface crochet into FLO of body rows 5–10.

  • Add multiple layers of short fringe or loop stitches around chest.

  • Brush out lightly for fluffy chest ruff.


🪡 Assembly

  1. Sew snout to head and attach safety nose.

  2. Add cheek panels to each side of snout.

  3. Sew head to body.

  4. Attach ears at top of head.

  5. Attach legs: front slightly forward, back aligned with tail base.

  6. Sew tail at back center.

  7. Add chest ruff around neck and chest.

  8. Embroider whisker dots beside nose if desired.


🎉 Final Touch

Your fox is complete! With its tall ears, long legs, fluffy chest and cheeks, and that big sweeping tail, this woodland friend has all the charm and elegance of a real fox. It makes a beautiful handmade gift, nursery decoration, or centerpiece for any animal lover’s crochet collection.


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