Illuminate your crochet collection with this Amigurumi Crescent and Star pattern! Whether you’re crafting for celestial decor, symbolic gifts, or simply love dreamy handmade creations, this free pattern lets you stitch up a charming crescent moon paired with a twinkling star. With its soft curves, radiant design, and cozy textures, this crochet duo captures the magic of the night sky in every stitch. Perfect for nursery accents, festive displays, or gifting to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi set is a delightful way to bring a touch of cosmic wonder to your handmade treasures! 🌙✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different color gradients, textured stitches, or even tiny accessories like embroidered constellations or dangling beads for extra charm. Craft a classic golden crescent and star, create a pastel version for a dreamy aesthetic, or even stitch up a set of celestial ornaments for a magical display! Whether gifted to a fellow stargazer, displayed as a whimsical accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Crescent and Star is a bright and uplifting project—perfect for bringing the beauty of the cosmos to every stitch! 🧶💫
🌙 Amigurumi Crescent Moon and Star Crochet Pattern
Create a peaceful nighttime decoration with this charming amigurumi crescent moon hugging a soft five-pointed star. Perfect for nurseries, mobiles, or cozy gifts!
✨ Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate – Simple shaping and sewing required.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 8–10 inches tall using worsted yarn and a 3.0 mm hook.
🧵 Materials
- Yarn (Worsted or Velvet Yarn):
- Gray or silver for both moon and star (or contrasting colors)
- Crochet hook: 3.0 mm
- Tapestry needle
- Polyfill stuffing
- Stitch marker
- Optional: safety eyes or embroidery thread if adding facial details
🧶 Abbreviations (US)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
🌙 Crescent Moon Pattern
Using gray yarn:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–15. sc around (30) - (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
17–19. sc around (24) - (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
21–23. sc around (18) - (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
25–27. sc around (12) - dec x6 (6)
- sc around and start curving while stuffing as you go
To shape the crescent:
Continue crocheting around, gradually decreasing only one side of the arc while the other continues as normal. Think of it as elongating one side while squishing the other. Fold and stitch together with a curve and reinforce the shape as you sew closed.
FO and weave in the ends.
⭐ Star Pattern (Make 2 sides)
Using the same or contrasting color:
- MR, 5 sc
- inc x5 (10)
- (1 sc, inc) x5 (15)
- (2 sc, inc) x5 (20)
- (3 sc, inc) x5 (25)
Now begin 5 star points:
Repeat the following 5 times around:
- sc 4
- ch 1, turn, sc 4
- dec, sc 2 (3)
- ch 1, turn, dec, sc (2)
- ch 1, dec (1)
FO, leave tail for sewing.
Make two identical star panels. Place wrong sides together and sc or sew around, stuffing as you go.
🪡 Assembly
- Stuff and shape the moon as a soft crescent. You can sew it gently curved or add a tiny stitch anchor midway for support.
- Position the star nestled inside the curve of the crescent moon.
- Sew the star securely to the inside edge of the moon.
- Optional: embroider eyes or a sweet sleeping face on the moon/star.
🌈 Customization Ideas
- Use velvet yarn for a plush finish.
- Add a small rattle insert for baby gifts.
- Attach a hanging loop to use in a mobile or wall decor.
- Make in glow-in-the-dark yarn for magical effects!
This soft moon-and-star duo will add a dreamy charm to any space. Whether it’s hanging above a crib or sitting on a shelf, this celestial pair is sure to bring sweet dreams. Happy stitching! 🌙⭐
