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 Crochet Pattern
Meet your new yarn-wrapped buddy — the Amigurumi Burrito Character! With a soft tan tortilla, cheerful face, and a crown of colorful fillings, this cute plush is packed with personality. Perfect as a quirky gift, desk companion, or stress-relief friend.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – requires shaping, working in the round, stuffing, and sewing small parts.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 6–7 in (15–18 cm) tall when made with DK yarn and a 2.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (DK cotton or acrylic):
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🟤 Beige/Tan – tortilla body (40 g)
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🍫 Brown – arms, legs, “meat” filling (20 g)
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🥬 Green – lettuce (10 g)
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🌶️ Red/Orange – peppers, salsa bits (10 g)
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⚫ Black – mouth embroidery
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8 mm safety eyes
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2.5–3.0 mm crochet hook
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Polyfill stuffing
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Tapestry needle & stitch marker
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Scissors
🔤 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in one st)
dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
🌯 Burrito Body (Beige/Tan)
1️⃣ MR, 6 sc (6)
2️⃣ inc ×6 (12)
3️⃣ (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
4️⃣ (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
5️⃣ (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
6️⃣ (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
7–30️⃣ sc around (36 sts each round)
💡 Tip: work tightly so the burrito stands upright.
31️⃣ To shape the open top, flatten slightly and crochet 6–8 short rows (sc back and forth) along half the round to form the folded “tortilla edge.”
FO, leaving the top open. Stuff firmly but not stiff — the upper section should stay soft to hold the fillings.
🦵 Legs (×2 – Brown)
1️⃣ MR, 6 sc (6)
2️⃣ inc ×6 (12)
3–5️⃣ sc around (12)
6️⃣ dec ×6 (6)
Stuff lightly and close.
Sew to the lower front of the burrito base. Legs should be short and rounded, facing slightly forward.
✋ Arms (×2 – Beige to Brown Gradient)
Start with beige yarn.
1️⃣ MR, 6 sc (6)
2–4️⃣ sc around (6)
Switch to brown yarn.
5–6️⃣ sc around (6)
7️⃣ dec ×3 (3)
Stuff lightly, FO, and sew to sides about ⅔ up the body.
😄 Face
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Attach safety eyes between Rounds 11–12, spaced about 6 sts apart.
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Using black yarn, embroider a short curved smile one round below the eyes.
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Optional: add tiny blush circles with light pink yarn or pastel.
🥗 Burrito Fillings
🟤 “Meat” or Beans (Brown/Red – Make 4–6)
1️⃣ MR, 5 sc (5)
2️⃣ sc around (5)
sl st to close and FO.
Stuff lightly; sew clustered inside the top opening.
🥬 Lettuce (Green – Make 2–3)
ch 10, turn.
In each st: (sc, hdc, sc).
This forms a wavy strip. FO and curl it into loose ruffles; sew among fillings for volume.
🌶️ Peppers / Salsa Bits (Red or Orange – Make 3–5)
MR, 4 sc, sl st to close. FO.
Sew randomly between lettuce curls for color contrast.
When all fillings are attached, sew down the “tortilla edge” loosely over their base to create the folded-open effect shown in the photo.
🧵 Assembly & Finishing
1️⃣ Attach legs symmetrically at the base.
2️⃣ Sew arms on the body sides, angled downward.
3️⃣ Position fillings and secure them before final stitching.
4️⃣ Adjust stuffing to keep shape rounded but soft.
Optional: embroider subtle “tortilla creases” with light brown thread near the top edges.
💡 Bonus Tips
✨ Add a felt or crocheted label wrap for decoration.
✨ Create a taco or sushi friend using the same body base.
✨ Attach a keychain ring to the top for a hanging charm version.
🧮 Yarn Summary
| Part | Color | Approx. Amount |
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| Body | Beige/Tan | 40 g |
| Arms & Legs | Brown | 20 g |
| Fillings | Red/Green/Brown | 15 g total |
| Embroidery | Black | Scrap |
🌯 Your amigurumi burrito buddy is ready!
With its cute smile and colorful toppings, this soft plush captures all the cozy, kawaii charm of the real thing — minus the calories!
Happy crocheting! 🧶✨
