Bring the magic of Sesame Street to life with this Amigurumi Cookie Monster & Elmo Duo crochet pattern! Inspired by two of the most beloved characters, this adorable set captures Cookie Monster’s playful love for cookies and Elmo’s cheerful personality in every stitch. With their bright colors, expressive faces, and signature details, this crochet duo is perfect for adding a nostalgic and fun touch to your handmade collection. Whether you’re crafting for Sesame Street fans, creating a delightful display piece, or simply enjoy making character-inspired amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a lovable pair bursting with charm! 🍪❤️✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of blue and red, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like Cookie Monster’s favorite treat or Elmo’s iconic goldfish for extra personality. Craft a classic version with their signature looks, create a pastel set for a whimsical aesthetic, or even stitch up a full Sesame Street-inspired amigurumi collection for a lively display! Whether gifted as a cherished keepsake, displayed as a fun accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Cookie Monster & Elmo Duo is a creative and engaging project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade childhood magic to every stitch! 🧶💖
🍪 Amigurumi Cookie Monster & Elmo Duo Crochet Pattern
Add a touch of childhood nostalgia to your handmade collection with this adorable amigurumi Cookie Monster and Elmo duo! These iconic buddies feature wide grins, expressive eyes, and huggable shapes—Cookie Monster even comes with his favorite chocolate chip cookie! Perfect as gifts, nursery decor, or just for fun.
✨ Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate – simple shaping with a few structural details for mouths and lips.
📏 Finished Size
• Cookie Monster: ~23 cm tall
• Elmo: ~21 cm tall
Crocheted with velvet/chenille yarn and a 4.0 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
Chenille / Velvet Yarn (e.g., Dolphin Baby):
- Blue – 80 g (Cookie Monster)
- Red – 70 g (Elmo)
- White – 30 g (eyes)
- Black – 20 g (mouths + pupils)
- Orange – 10 g (Elmo nose)
- Beige – 20 g (cookie)
- Brown – 10 g (cookie chips)
Also:
- Hook: 4.0 mm
- Polyfill stuffing
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
- Optional: felt circles for pupils (black)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – magic ring
sc – single crochet
inc – increase (2 sc in same st)
dec – invisible decrease
sl st – slip stitch
ch – chain
FO – fasten off
💙 Cookie Monster Pattern
Head (Blue)
Cookie Monster’s head is slightly wider and fuller than Elmo’s.
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
R7–13: sc around (36) ← tall round dome
R14: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
R15: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R16: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
R17: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R18: dec ×6 (6)
FO. Stuff firmly.
Cookie Monster Mouth Insert (Black – Large Oval Bowl Shape)
His mouth is very wide, deep, and bowl-shaped.
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6–9: sc around (30) ← creates depth
FO.
Flatten slightly so it becomes a rounded oval bowl.
Sew into the head beginning around R7, leaving a large open grin.
Cookie Monster Lip Ridge (Blue)
Work FLO around the mouth opening:
Insert hook under all front loops around the mouth cutout and sc around once.
This creates the thick blue lip seen in the photo.
Eyes (White, Make 2)
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4–5: sc around (18)
Stuff lightly and close.
Attach both eyes touching each other at the top center of the head.
Add small black pupils slightly off-center to achieve the googly look.
Body (Blue)
Cookie Monster’s body is round and chunky.
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
R7–15: sc around (36) ← long barrel shape
R16: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
R17: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R18: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Stuff firmly.
R19: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R20: dec ×6 (6), close.
Arms (Blue, Make 2)
Cookie Monster has thick, rounded arms.
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4–11: sc around (18)
Stuff lightly.
Flatten shoulder end and sew angled toward the center so he can hold the cookie.
Legs (Blue, Make 2)
Flat-bottomed for standing.
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4–8: sc around (18)
Stuff, flatten bottom.
Sew so the feet face slightly outward like the photo.
Cookie (Beige)
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
Flatten and lightly stuff.
Chocolate Chips (Brown):
Make 5–6 tiny bobbles or MR 5.
Sew onto cookie.
Attach cookie between Cookie Monster’s hands.
🔴 Elmo Pattern
Head (Red)
Elmo’s head is narrower than Cookie Monster’s, slightly oval.
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6–11: sc around (30)
R12: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R13: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
R14: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R15: dec ×6 (6), FO.
Elmo Mouth Insert (Black – Curved Triangle Shape)
This matches the photo exactly.
Row 1: ch 9
Row 2: sc 8
Row 3: dec, sc 4, dec (6)
Row 4: dec, sc 2, dec (4)
Row 5: dec ×2 (2)
FO.
Curve into a subtle smiling arc and sew onto front of head.
Elmo Lip Ridge (Red)
Working FLO around the mouth opening:
sc around once to form the red lip.
Eyes (White, Make 2)
Same pattern as Cookie Monster.
Attach close together, tilted outward slightly.
Add black pupils centered for Elmo’s classic expression.
Nose (Orange – Oval)
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4–5: sc around (18)
R6: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Stuff and sew under eyes.
Body (Red)
Elmo is slimmer than Cookie Monster.
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5–12: sc around (24)
R13: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
R14: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R15: dec ×6 (6), FO.
Arms (Red, Make 2)
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3–10: sc around (12)
Stuff lightly.
Sew one arm angled upward so it rests on Cookie Monster’s shoulder.
Legs (Red, Make 2)
Slightly shorter than Cookie Monster’s.
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4–7: sc around (18)
Stuff and attach.
🧩 Assembly
• Attach heads to bodies securely.
• Sew legs so both characters stand upright.
• Add Cookie Monster’s cookie between his hands.
• Position Elmo leaning slightly forward with one hand resting on Cookie Monster’s arm or shoulder.
• Adjust pupils for expression.
• Smooth stuffing for even shaping.
🎀 Finishing Touches
• Use invisible stitches to close joins.
• Sculpt slight curves in limbs with your hands.
• Optional: Add a blush tint to Elmo’s cheeks.
🎉 Final Look
You now have a beautifully matched Cookie Monster & Elmo pair with:
• Big googly eyes
• Deep open mouths
• Chunky plush texture
• Cookie Monster clutching his cookie
• Elmo posing with a friendly arm around him
Cute, nostalgic, and irresistibly huggable!
🎉 Final Touch
Your Cookie Monster and Elmo are now ready to share smiles and cookies! With their plump bodies, huge eyes, and open grins, they capture the charm and joy of these beloved friends — perfect for shelves, gifts, or just a dose of nostalgia.
