Oh, the joy of creating an amigurumi Batman! 🦇 There’s something incredibly rewarding about bringing a little superhero to life through the art of crochet. As a fan of both crafting and comics, this project perfectly combines my passions. The appeal of making a Batman amigurumi lies in its ability to transform a beloved character into a cuddly, tactile form. With every stitch, I can capture the essence of Gotham’s guardian and add a personal touch. From his iconic cape to the mysterious mask, every detail is an opportunity to play with colors and textures, making each piece uniquely charming.
The process of crocheting a Batman amigurumi starts with choosing the right pattern, which acts like a trusty sidekick guiding me through each step. 🧶 I gather soft yarns in shades of gray, blue, and black, and set off on this creative journey. With hook in hand, I begin crafting the base, working my way to the distinct bat ears and emblem. It’s a delightful exercise in patience and precision. Watching Batman take shape is like witnessing a small miracle. As I crochet, I often imagine the final product—a perfect gift for friends or a delightful addition to my own collection.
🦇 Amigurumi Batman Crochet Pattern
Gotham’s tiniest hero is ready to save the day — one stitch at a time! This adorable chibi-style Batman amigurumi features his classic black and gray suit, pointy-eared cowl, utility belt, and signature bat emblem. Whether you’re a DC Comics fan or crafting a gift for a superhero-loving kid, this mini Dark Knight is sure to win hearts.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes color changes, shaping, and small accessory assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 7–9 inches (18–23 cm) tall using worsted yarn and a 3.0–3.5 mm hook.
đź§¶ Materials
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Yarn (Worsted Weight):
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Navy or dark blue (cowl, ears, limbs, boots, gloves, cape)
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Light gray (body, arms, face)
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Yellow (utility belt, emblem background)
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Black (bat symbol, mouth, eyes)
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Beige or peach (lower face)
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Crochet hook: 3.0–3.5 mm
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8 mm safety eyes (or embroidered eyes)
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Stitch marker
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Polyfill stuffing
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Yarn needle
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Felt (optional for emblem)
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Hot glue (optional for attaching emblem pieces)
đź§µ Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in one st)
dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
BLO – Back Loops Only
🦹‍♂️ Head (Start with Navy Yarn)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–12. sc around (36) -
Switch to beige/peach, sc around (36)
14–17. sc (36) -
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
– Insert safety eyes between R13–14, approx. 7 sts apart -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6), FO and close
🦇 Ears (Make 2 – Navy)
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MR, 4 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x2 (6)
3–4. sc around (6), FO
– Sew to top corners of head
🧍‍♂️ Body (Start with Light Gray)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–10. sc (30) -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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Switch to navy, sc (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12), FO and stuff
🧤 Arms (Make 2 – Navy to Gray)
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MR, 6 sc (Navy)
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inc x6 (12)
3–5. sc (12) -
Switch to gray: sc (12)
7–10. sc (12)
– Stuff lightly, FO and sew to body sides
🥾 Legs (Make 2 – Navy)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–4. sc (12) -
(1 sc, dec) x4 (8)
6–8. sc (8), FO
– Sew to bottom of body
🛡 Utility Belt (Yellow Yarn)
Belt Base:
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ch 20, sl st to form ring
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sc around (20), FO
– Sew around waistline
Belt Pouches (Make 3):
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MR, 6 sc, sl st to join
– Sew or glue onto belt evenly spaced
🦇 Bat Emblem
Felt Option:
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Cut yellow oval
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Cut black bat shape and glue to center
Crochet Option:
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Oval: ch 6, sc in 2nd ch and across, 3 sc in last, continue around other side, sl st, FO
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Embroider bat shape with black yarn or felt
– Attach to center chest
đź§Ą Cape (Navy Yarn)
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ch 18
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Row 1–5: sc across, ch 1 turn
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Row 6: sc, (ch 2, skip 1, sc) across to form batwing curve
– FO and sew to back of body
✂️ Assembly Instructions
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Sew head to body
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Attach arms and legs
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Sew ears on top
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Attach cape at shoulder seams
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Add belt and emblem
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Embroider eyes or add white felt details
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Optional: stitch frown and eyebrow lines
đź’ˇ Optional Add-ons
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Create a tiny Batmobile accessory
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Add a Batarang to his hand
Gotham’s cutest defender is here to guard your yarn shelf from villains and clutter! 🦇✨