Bring the wild charm of a Coyote to life with this Amigurumi Coyote crochet pattern! 🐺✨ With its pointed ears, bushy tail, and clever expression, this design captures the essence of this fascinating creature in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a nature-inspired décor piece, a heartfelt gift, or simply love animal-themed amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a fantastic addition to your collection.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in fur textures, facial details, and even tiny accessories like embroidered markings or a miniature forest setting to enhance its personality. Choose classic earthy tones for a realistic look or experiment with vibrant hues for a whimsical twist! Whether displayed as part of a wildlife setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi coyote is sure to impress.
Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this clever creature to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
🐺 Amigurumi Coyote – FREE Crochet Pattern
Craft your own desert companion with this elegant amigurumi coyote! With tall ears, a proud seated posture, and soft neutral tones, this crocheted wild canine is perfect for woodland or desert-themed decor, gifting, or animal lovers of all ages.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes color changes, shaping, and detailed limb placement.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) tall when seated, using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (Worsted Weight):
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Color A: Light Brown (Main body)
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Color B: White (Snout, chest, inner ears, paws, tail tip)
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Small amount of Black (Nose)
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3.5 mm crochet hook
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10 mm safety eyes
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Safety nose or black yarn for embroidered nose
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Polyfill stuffing
🧵 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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FO – Fasten Off
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BLO – Back Loops Only
🐶 Head
With Color A:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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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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Rounds 7–14: sc around (36)
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Insert safety eyes between rounds 10–11, approx. 6–7 sts apart
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Begin stuffing
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(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
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FO and close
🐽 Snout
With Color B:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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Rounds 4–5: sc around (18)
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FO and stuff lightly
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Sew to lower front of face
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Attach safety nose or embroider nose with black yarn
👂 Ears (Make 2)
Outer (Color A), Inner (Color B):
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
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Rounds 3–5: sc around (9)
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FO, flatten
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Sew inner ear piece (white) on top of outer
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Attach to top sides of head
🐾 Body
Start with Color B (chest), then switch to Color A:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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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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Rounds 6–9: sc around (30)
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Switch to Color A
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Rounds 10–20: sc around (30)
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Begin decreasing
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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Stuff firmly
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
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FO and close
🦴 Front Legs (Make 2)
With Color B (Paws), then A:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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Rounds 3–4: sc around (12)
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Switch to Color A
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Rounds 5–10: sc around (12)
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FO, stuff lightly
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Sew to front chest area, angled forward for sitting pose
🦵 Back Legs (Make 2)
With Color B → A:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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Round 4–6: sc around (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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Rounds 8–11: sc around (12)
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FO and stuff
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Sew to bottom sides for sitting position
🌀 Tail
With Color A, tip in Color B:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
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Rounds 3–10: sc around (9)
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Switch to Color B for last 2 rounds
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Stuff lightly
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FO and sew to back base of body
✂️ Finishing Touches
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Position and attach ears, legs, and tail
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Shape snout and face with light stitching if needed
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Weave in all ends
💡 Customization Ideas
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Add a small bandana or collar
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Embroider eyebrows or spots for more expression
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Adjust ears for a wolf or fox variation
Your amigurumi coyote is now ready to howl at the moon or snuggle up on a shelf! This majestic yet cuddly creation brings wilderness charm to any handmade collection. 🌵🐾