Welcome to the adorable and spirited world of amigurumi! 🐶✨ Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for an Amigurumi Chihuahua—a tiny and expressive creation perfect for dog lovers, pet enthusiasts, or anyone who enjoys crafting lifelike and personality-filled plush designs! 🧶 Whether you love stitching up miniature pups, experimenting with delicate shaping, or simply want to add a charming Chihuahua to your handmade lineup, this pattern will guide you through crafting a beautifully sculpted plush with perky ears, a tiny snout, and a touch of playful charm! 💛
This design embraces warm tones, precise shaping, and thoughtful details to bring a lovable and energetic presence to your crochet projects! 🧶✨ I’ve carefully outlined each step to ensure your Amigurumi Chihuahua turns out just right—ready to brighten up your space or become a treasured handmade gift! 🎁 So grab your hooks, pick out soft browns, warm creams, and delicate pinks, and let’s stitch up an adorable Chihuahua! 🐶
🐶 Amigurumi Chihuahua – FREE Crochet Pattern
This adorable Amigurumi Chihuahua is full of sass and charm! With big ears, a tiny snout, and sweet little paws, this pup is perfect for dog lovers and makes a great gift or companion for your desk or shelf.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Shaping, color changes, and assembling small parts required.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 8–9 inches (20–23 cm) tall using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Worsted weight yarn:
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Main color: Grey
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Contrast color: Light Pink
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Accent color: White (for eyebrows)
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3.5 mm crochet hook
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10–12 mm safety eyes
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Polyester fiberfill
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Black embroidery thread (nose and mouth)
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Stitch marker
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Tapestry needle
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Scissors
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
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MR – Magic Ring
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sc – Single Crochet
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inc – Increase
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dec – Decrease
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sl st – Slip Stitch
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ch – Chain
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FO – Fasten Off
🧠 Head (Grey)
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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)
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(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
8–15. sc around (42) -
(5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
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(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
– Insert safety eyes between Rounds 11–12, about 6 stitches apart
– Embroider eyebrows with white yarn and stitch nose & mouth -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO and close. Stuff firmly.
🐾 Body (Start with Pink, then switch to Grey)
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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)
6–8. sc around (30) -
Switch to grey, sc around (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
12–16. sc around (18)
FO, stuff well, and sew to head.
👂 Ears (Make 2 – Grey and Pink Inner Lining)
Outer Ear (Grey):
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MR, 6 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
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(2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
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(3 sc, inc) x3 (15)
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(4 sc, inc) x3 (18)
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sc around (18)
FO, leave tail.
Inner Ear (Pink):
Repeat same steps with pink but stop at Round 5 (15 sts).
Sew pink inner to grey ear, then attach ears to head slightly angled.
🐾 Front Legs (Make 2 – Start with Pink, then Grey)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–4. sc around (12) -
Switch to grey, sc around (12)
6–10. sc around (12)
FO, stuff lightly, and sew to body sides.
🐾 Back Legs (Make 2 – Start with Pink, then Grey)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–4. sc around (12) -
Switch to grey, (2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
6–9. sc around (9)
FO, stuff and sew in seated position.
🦴 Tail (Grey)
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MR, 5 sc
2–6. sc around (5)
FO, bend slightly, and sew to back.
✂️ Finishing Touches
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Sew all parts securely
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Shape snout and ears by hand
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Add blush or felt patches for personality
💡 Customization Ideas
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Add a bow tie or collar
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Embroider paw pads or whiskers
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Use safety joints to make movable limbs!
Your little Chihuahua is now complete and ready to bring joy and personality to your crochet collection! 🐾💗
