There’s something truly delightful about crafting amigurumi, especially when it involves creating a charming bento box filled with tiny, crocheted foods. The appeal of amigurumi lies in its ability to transform simple yarn into adorable 3D characters and objects. When I dive into making a bento box amigurumi, it’s like stepping into a whimsical world where my imagination can run wild! 🍱 The project blends creativity with a touch of nostalgia, recalling those beautifully arranged lunch boxes that always brought joy. As I carefully choose the colors and textures of yarn, I feel a sense of anticipation, eager to see my vision come to life, one stitch at a time.
The process of creating a bento box amigurumi pattern is both an art and a science, requiring a mix of planning and spontaneity. First, I sketch out the items I want to include—perhaps a sushi roll, a slice of tamagoyaki, or a cute onigiri. Then, it’s all about selecting the right yarn and finding the perfect crochet hook. As I start, I often find myself experimenting with different stitches to capture the right shapes and details. Each tiny creation adds character to the box, and seeing it all come together is incredibly satisfying. 😊 What I love most is how I can personalize each item, adding little faces or embellishments to make them uniquely mine. It’s a joyful journey from a skein of yarn to a finished, huggable masterpiece!
Amigurumi Bento Box Pattern
Skill Level: Intermediate
Finished Size: Approximately 8 inches wide
Materials
– Worsted weight yarn in red, black, white, orange, pink, and yellow
– Crochet hook size G/4.0 mm
– Stuffing
– Yarn needle
– Stitch markers
Abbreviations (US Terminology)
– ch: chain
– sc: single crochet
– inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
– dec: decrease (sc two stitches together)
– sl st: slip stitch
– st(s): stitch(es)
Pattern Instructions
Bento Box Base
1. **With red yarn:**
– Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc in ring (6)
– Round 2: Inc around (12)
– Round 3: (Sc, inc) around (18)
– Round 4: (2 sc, inc) around (24)
– Round 5: (3 sc, inc) around (30)
– Round 6: (4 sc, inc) around (36)
– Round 7: (5 sc, inc) around (42)
– Round 8: (6 sc, inc) around (48)
– Round 9: (7 sc, inc) around (54)
– Round 10-15: Sc around (54)
– Change to black yarn.
– Round 16-25: Sc around (54)
– Finish off and weave in ends.
Bento Box Lid
1. **With red yarn:**
– Repeat Rounds 1-10 of the Box Base.
– Round 11-18: Sc around (54)
– Finish off and weave in ends.
Sushi Pieces (Make 3)
1. **With black yarn:**
– Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc in ring (6)
– Round 2: Inc around (12)
– Round 3: (Sc, inc) around (18)
– Round 4-7: Sc around (18)
– Change to white yarn.
– Round 8-10: Sc around (18)
– Finish off and weave in ends.
Nigiri Pieces (Make 3)
1. **With white yarn:**
– Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc in ring (6)
– Round 2: Inc around (12)
– Round 3: (Sc, inc) around (18)
– Round 4: (2 sc, inc) around (24)
– Round 5-6: Sc around (24)
– Finish off and weave in ends.
2. **Topping (Make 1 of each color for variety):**
– With orange or pink yarn, ch 12.
– Row 1: Sc in second ch from hook and across (11)
– Row 2-3: Ch 1, turn, sc across (11)
– Finish off and attach to nigiri piece with yarn needle.
Wasabi Ball
1. **With yellow yarn:**
– Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc in ring (6)
– Round 2: Inc around (12)
– Round 3-5: Sc around (12)
– Finish off and weave in ends.
Assembly
1. Place the sushi and nigiri pieces inside the bento box base.
2. Position the wasabi ball on top or beside the sushi.
3. Align the lid on top of the base.
Finishing Touches
– Stuff each sushi and nigiri piece lightly for a fuller look.
– Ensure all ends are securely woven in to avoid unraveling.
Tips:
– Use a stitch marker to keep track of rounds. It makes life so much easier! 🧶
– This bento box makes a perfect table decoration or a fun toy for kids. Enjoy your crocheted feast! 🍣
🎉 Your handmade crochet creation for Amigurumi Bento Box Pattern is complete! Enjoy your one-of-a-kind amigurumi masterpiece and experiment with various yarn colors for a personal touch! 🧶✨
