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Amigurumi Bowser – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Bowser – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Bring the King of the Koopas to life with this Amigurumi Bowser crochet pattern! With his spiked shell, fierce expression, and unmistakable fiery presence, this design captures the essence of Mario’s most formidable foe. Whether you’re a longtime Super Mario fan or simply love crafting character-inspired amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a fantastic way to add a touch of gaming nostalgia to your crochet collection.

Designed for advanced crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in details like Bowser’s horns, claws, and shell spikes to enhance his iconic look. Whether displayed alongside other Mario characters or standing solo as a powerful centerpiece, this amigurumi Bowser is sure to impress. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this legendary villain to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶🔥🐢

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🐢 Amigurumi Bowser Crochet Pattern – King of the Koopas

Bring the mighty Bowser to life with yarn, hook, and a little patience! With his spiky shell, fiery brows, and fearsome stance, this amigurumi plush makes the ultimate handmade gift for Mario fans.

This version is carefully shaped to capture Bowser’s chunky body, big muzzle, sharp claws, and signature shell with bold yellow trim and white spikes.

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate to Advanced – Involves multiple pieces, shaping, color changes, and sewing.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 30–35 cm (12–14 in) tall when made with worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.

🧶 Materials

  • Worsted weight yarn:

    • Beige – body, muzzle, belly patch

    • Yellow – arms, legs, shell trim, tail

    • Green – head, shell

    • White – horns, belly patch, spikes, claws

    • Red – hair, eyebrows

    • Black – shell straps, bands

  • Crochet hook: 3.5 mm

  • 12–14 mm safety eyes (or crochet/embroidered eyes)

  • Fiberfill stuffing

  • Tapestry needle & stitch marker

  • Hot glue (optional, for attaching spikes/claws more securely)

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR = Magic Ring
sc = single crochet
inc = increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec = decrease (sc two together)
ch = chain
sl st = slip stitch
FLO = front loop only
BLO = back loop only
FO = fasten off

🐢 Pattern Instructions

Head (Beige → Green)

  1. With beige: 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)
    16–20. switch to green, sc around (36)
    Stuff firmly, FO with long tail.

Muzzle (Beige, oval & protruding)

  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)
    6–8. sc around (30) → gives length/protrusion
    Slightly flatten, sew to lower half of face. Embroider nostrils on top.

Eyes & Eyebrows

  • Place safety eyes above muzzle, close together for fierce look.

  • Eyebrows (Red, make 2):

    • Ch 9

    • Row 1: sc in first 3, hdc in next 2, dc in next 2, tr in last, FO.

    • This creates sharp angled brows. Sew slightly curved above eyes.

Hair (Red)

  • Cut 15–20 strands of fuzzy/bouclé red yarn, each 12–16 cm long.

  • Fold and latch-hook across mid-back of head. Style upward and back for spiky look.

Horns (White, make 2)

  1. MR, 4 sc

  2. (sc, inc) x2 (6)

  3. (2 sc, inc) x2 (8)

  4. (3 sc, inc) x2 (10)

  5. sc around (10)
    Stuff lightly, FO. Sew angled outward near top sides of head.

Body (Beige)

  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)
    7–22. sc around (36)
    Stuff firmly, FO.

Belly Patch (White Oval):

  • Ch 10, work around both sides with increases at ends until ~28–30 sts.

  • Crochet 3–4 rounds in oval, FO. Sew vertically onto body front.

Arms (Yellow, make 2)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18) → thicker arm base
    4–9. sc around (18)

  4. (2 sc, dec) x4, 2 sc (14)
    Stuff lightly. FO.
    Claws (White, make 3 per hand):
    MR, 4 sc, (sc, inc) x2 → 6, sc 2 rounds, FO. Sew pointed forward.

Legs (Yellow, make 2)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
    5–9. sc around (24)

  5. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    Stuff firmly, FO.
    Feet Pads (Beige): Crochet oval (ch 8, sc around, increase at ends) to size, sew under feet. Add 3 white claws each.

Shell (Green + White + Yellow)

  1. With green: 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)
    7–12. sc around (36)
    Switch to white: 2 rounds (ridge)
    Switch to yellow: 3 rounds (thick trim)
    Stuff lightly, FO. Sew centered to back.

Spikes (White, make 6):

  1. MR, 4 sc

  2. (sc, inc) x2 → 6

  3. (2 sc, inc) x2 → 8

  4. sc 2 rounds, FO. Stuff lightly.
    Attach evenly (3 on each side of shell).

Tail (Yellow)

  1. MR, 6 sc

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

  3. (2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
    Stuff, taper to point, sew at back.

Bands (Black with studs)

  • Neck & wrist bands: Ch 20–22, join to form ring, sc around 2–3 rows.

  • Studs: MR, 4 sc, (sc, inc) x2 (6), FO. Sew 5–6 evenly spaced.

🧩 Assembly

  1. Sew head to body.

  2. Attach arms at sides, legs at base.

  3. Secure shell with spikes to back.

  4. Add tail, horns, eyebrows, and hair.

  5. Place black bands around arms and neck, attach white studs.

  6. Embroider small details (mouth line, nostrils).

🎉 Final Touch

And there you have it — your own Amigurumi Bowser! Fierce, chunky, and full of personality. This handmade King of the Koopas is ready to guard your yarn stash or face off against Mario on your holiday display.

Make him as a gift, a collector’s plush, or the centerpiece of your gaming-themed crochet collection.


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