Scuttle into the world of crochet with this Amigurumi Beetle Bug pattern! 🐞✨ With its rounded shell, delicate legs, and charming antennae, this design brings the quirky beauty of beetles to life in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a nature-inspired décor piece, a whimsical gift, or simply love character-driven amigurumi, this pattern is a delightful addition to your collection.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in shell textures, leg shapes, and even tiny accessories like embroidered spots or metallic yarn for an extra touch of magic. Choose classic earthy tones for a realistic look or experiment with vibrant hues for a playful twist! Whether displayed as part of a woodland setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi beetle bug is sure to crawl its way into hearts. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this tiny critter to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
🐞 Amigurumi Beetle Bug Crochet Pattern
Say hello to this adorable Amigurumi Beetle Bug! With its big cheerful eyes, soft antennae, polka-dotted body, and floppy limbs, this squishy little bug is full of charm. Perfect for spring décor, nursery gifts, or insect-loving kids! 🐛💛
✨ Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate – Simple shaping, multiple parts, and basic sewing required.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 18–20 cm (7–8 inches) tall when using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (Worsted weight):
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Brown/Gray (head, limbs, antennae)
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Yellow (body)
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Burgundy or dark red (wing covers)
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White and black (eyes and dots)
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3.0–3.5 mm crochet hook
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Safety eyes (10–12 mm)
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Tapestry needle
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Polyfill stuffing
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Stitch markers
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
🧠 Head
With brown 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)
6–12. sc around (30)
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 9–10, ~6 stitches apart -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff firmly -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6), FO and close
👀 Eye Whites (Make 2)
With white yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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sl st in next st, FO
Sew around safety eyes or embroider circles around
🐞 Body
With yellow 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)
7–14. sc around (36) -
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff firmly -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6), FO and close
⚫ Black Spots (Make 2–4)
With black yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
FO, flatten and sew to front of yellow body
🐚 Wing Covers (Make 2)
With burgundy yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–6. sc around (18) -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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sc around
FO, do not stuff, flatten and sew overlapping on back
💪 Arms (Make 2)
With brown yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
2–5. sc around (6)
Stuff lightly
FO and sew to sides
🦵 Legs (Make 2)
With brown yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–5. sc around (12)
Stuff lightly
FO and sew to bottom sides
🐜 Antennae (Make 2)
With brown yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
2–3. sc around -
(1 sc, dec) x2 (4)
5–8. sc around (4)
Stuff top lightly
FO and sew to head
✂️ Finishing Touches
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Embroider a smile with black yarn
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Position and sew arms and legs for balance
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Curve antennae gently
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Weave in all ends securely
This chubby beetle bug is full of personality and perfect for cuddles or cheerful decoration. Add it to your collection of cute crochet critters today! 🐞🌼
