Wrap up a little fun with this Amigurumi Burrito Character crochet pattern! Whether you’re a foodie at heart, love quirky designs, or simply enjoy crafting playful amigurumi, this free pattern lets you stitch up a delightful burrito with personality. With its soft tortilla base, colorful toppings, and expressive little face, this crochet creation is sure to add a dash of charm to any handmade collection. Perfect for gifting to fellow food lovers, decorating a cozy kitchen space, or simply bringing a little joy to your crochet projects, this burrito buddy is packed with cuteness!
Designed for customization, this pattern lets you experiment with different fillings, vibrant yarn shades, and tiny embroidered details to make your burrito truly unique. Add playful lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, or even craft a miniature chili companion for extra character! Whether perched on a shelf, used as a fun plushie, or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi burrito character is a lighthearted and satisfying project that’s sure to serve up smiles—one stitch at a time! 🌯🧶✨
🌯 Amigurumi Burrito Character – FREE Crochet Pattern
This adorable burrito plush is stuffed with personality and yarn toppings! With playful arms and legs, a cheerful face, and a colorful veggie-filling crown, this food-themed friend is the perfect desk companion, toy, or gift for burrito lovers.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Requires working in the round, color changes, stuffing detail, and small part assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 6–8 inches (15–20 cm) tall using DK or worsted yarn and a 2.5–3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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DK/worsted yarn in:
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Beige or tan (tortilla)
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Brown (arms, legs, meat)
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Green (lettuce)
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Red/Orange (tomatoes, peppers, beans)
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Black (mouth embroidery)
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Safety eyes (8 mm)
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Polyester stuffing
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Crochet hook: 2.5–3.5 mm
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
🌯 Burrito Body (Beige)
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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)
7–30. sc around (36) -
Flatten slightly to shape the burrito top. FO and stuff well.
Leave the top open to add the “fillings.”
🦵 Legs (Make 2 – Brown)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–5. sc around (12) -
dec x6 (6)
Stuff lightly, FO with long tail and sew at bottom front of burrito base.
✋ Arms (Make 2 – Beige to Brown)
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With beige, MR, 6 sc
2–5. sc around (6) -
Switch to brown, sc around
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dec x3 (3)
Stuff lightly, FO and sew on either side.
😄 Face
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Insert safety eyes on Rounds 11–12, spaced about 6 stitches apart
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Embroider a smile with black yarn or embroidery thread just below the eyes
🥗 Burrito Filling (Make Assortment)
🟤 Beans or Meat Pieces (Brown/Red/Orange – Make 4–6)
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MR, 5 sc
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sl st, FO and sew inside top opening randomly
🥬 Lettuce (Green – Make 2–3)
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Ch 10
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sc across
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Ch 1, (sc, hdc, sc) in each st across to create wavy edge
FO and curl into a ruffle; sew in among other fillings
🫑 Bell Pepper or Salsa Bits (Red – Make 3–5)
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MR, 4 sc
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sl st, FO
These can be sewn directly to top or left loose and sewn in place once arranged
🧵 Finishing Touches
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Pin your toppings in place before stitching down permanently
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Embroider tortilla fold lines or details if desired
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Add optional blush to cheeks with pink yarn or embroidery
💡 Bonus Ideas
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Add a felt wrap band with a logo
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Attach a keychain loop to make a backpack buddy
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Make a taco or sushi friend to complete your plush food collection
This burrito buddy is a fun twist on kawaii food plushies and is sure to “wrap up” any yarn project lineup with flavor and flair! 🌯🧶✨
