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Roar with heart and hook with courage—this Amigurumi Cowardly Lion crochet pattern brings a beloved classic to life in the most huggable way! 🦁🧶 With his fluffy mane, gentle eyes, and slightly bashful stance, this lion may be timid on the outside, but he’s full of bravery and charm where it counts. Whether you’re building a Wizard of Oz collection or simply love crafting storybook characters, this plush pal is ready to join your handmade adventure down the yellow brick road.

Designed with expressive shaping and cozy textures, this pattern invites you to play with golden yarns, soft curls, and sweet extras like a medal of courage or a tiny bow. You can customize his mane for extra fluff, add embroidered whiskers, or even pair him with Dorothy and friends for a full magical ensemble. Whether perched on a shelf, gifted to a fan of the tale, or starring in a whimsical crochet scene, this Cowardly Lion Amigurumi is a joyful and satisfying project—perfect for stitching up a little bravery, one loop at a time! 🌟🧵💛

A crocheted amigurumi lion with a fluffy mane, featuring a small green bow on its head, standing on a wooden table in a softly lit room.

🦁 Amigurumi Cowardly Lion Crochet Pattern (Wizard of Oz Collection)

Bring to life the adorable Cowardly Lion from The Wizard of Oz with this photo-accurate crochet pattern. This design features his golden body, full textured mane, detailed muzzle, tail with tuft, ears, and even his signature bow. Perfect as a companion to your Dorothy doll and Toto!

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – involves shaping, color changes, and attaching yarn strands for the mane.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 28 cm (11 in) tall.

🧶 Materials

Golden yellow yarn (main body & head) – ~80 g
Brown yarn (mane, eyebrows, tail tuft, muzzle top) – ~50 g
Beige/white yarn (muzzle base) – ~20 g
Green yarn (bow) – ~10 g
Black embroidery thread (mouth, nose details)
3 mm crochet hook
12 mm safety eyes (black)
Polyester stuffing
Tapestry needle & scissors

🌀 Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR = Magic Ring
sc = single crochet
inc = increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec = decrease (sc2tog)
BLO = back loop only
FLO = front loop only
ch = chain
sl st = slip stitch

🧵 Crochet Pattern

HEAD (Golden Yellow)

R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 → 12
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 → 18
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 → 24
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 → 30
R6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 → 36
R7–14: sc around → 36
👉 Place eyes between R9–10, 6 sts apart.
R15: (4 sc, dec) ×6 → 30
R16: (3 sc, dec) ×6 → 24
R17: (2 sc, dec) ×6 → 18
R18: (sc, dec) ×6 → 12
Stuff firmly. FO, leave tail.

BODY (Golden Yellow)

R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 → 12
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 → 18
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 → 24
R5–8: sc around → 24
R9: (3 sc, inc) ×6 → 30
R10–15: sc around → 30
R16: (3 sc, dec) ×6 → 24
R17–18: sc → 24
R19: (2 sc, dec) ×6 → 18
R20–21: sc → 18
Stuff and FO.

LEGS (x2 – Golden Yellow)

R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 → 12
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 → 18
R4–6: sc → 18
R7: (sc, dec) ×6 → 12
R8–14: sc → 12
Stuff. FO.

ARMS (x2 – Golden Yellow)

R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 → 12
R3–4: sc → 12
R5: (2 sc, dec) ×3 → 9
R6–12: sc → 9
Stuff lightly, FO.

EARS (x2 – Golden Yellow)

R1: MR 6
R2: (sc, inc) ×3 → 9
R3: (2 sc, inc) ×3 → 12
R4: sc → 12
Do not stuff. Flatten and sew to sides of head.

MUZZLE (White + Brown)

White base:
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 → 12
R3: sc around → 12, FO.

Brown top:
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 → 12
R3: sc around → 12, FO.

Sew brown oval over the white base. Embroider black vertical line and “Y” shaped mouth. Attach under eyes.

MANE (Brown + Golden Mix)

Cut strands of yarn (10–12 cm each).
Using a latch hook, attach around head between R6–R14.
Alternate brown + golden yellow strands for full mane.
Trim evenly.

TAIL (Golden + Brown)

Golden:
R1: Ch 12, sc back → 11
Sew to body.

Brown tuft:
Cut several 6–7 cm strands. Attach to tail tip, knot tightly, trim.

BOW (Green)

Ch 30.
R1: sc across → 29
Wrap yarn around center several times to cinch.
Sew on mane.

✨ Assembly

Sew head to body securely.
Attach arms slightly angled outward.
Sew legs flat to bottom of body.
Attach ears above mane.
Sew muzzle under eyes.
Embroider eyebrows above eyes.
Fluff mane and trim evenly.

🌟 Final Touches

Add blush to cheeks.
Position the bow slightly off-center for his Cowardly Lion charm.
Shape mouth into a gentle worried curve for his iconic “cowardly” look.

✨ Your Amigurumi Cowardly Lion is complete — fluffy mane, gentle face, and all! He’s ready to discover his courage and stand proudly beside Dorothy and her friends. This soft and huggable lion is the perfect companion for storytelling, gifting, or display. 🦁💛