Snap into cuteness with this Amigurumi Crocodile Baby crochet pattern! With its chubby cheeks, tiny claws, and playful tail, this little reptile is more cuddly than fierce—perfect for kids, collectors, or anyone who loves turning wild creatures into soft, squishy friends. Whether you’re crafting a jungle-themed nursery buddy or just want to add a quirky critter to your amigurumi zoo, this pattern lets you stitch up a lovable hatchling that’s full of personality. 🐊🧶💚
Designed for charm and creativity, this pattern invites you to play with textured stitches, gentle greens, and sweet details like sleepy eyes or a toothy grin. Add a bow tie, a pacifier, or even a tiny egg shell for extra storytelling flair. Whether it’s a gift for a little explorer or a fun addition to your handmade menagerie, this Amigurumi Crocodile Baby is a joyful and satisfying project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade wild wonder to every stitch! 💖🌿✨
🐊 Amigurumi Crocodile Baby Crochet Pattern
Make your own huggable little crocodile! This friendly croc features large safety eyes, soft curves, tiny claws, a long tail, and a peachy belly. Perfect for baby gifts, nurseries, or jungle-themed plush collections!
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Involves shaping, color changing, and part assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 25–30 cm (10–12 inches) tall using plush yarn and a 4.0 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
- Velvet or plush yarn in:
- Light green (body)
- Peach or beige (belly, snout underside, paw pads)
- White (teeth)
- Brown (nostrils)
- 4.0 mm crochet hook
- 16 mm safety eyes
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch marker
- Polyfill stuffing
- Optional: blush for cheeks
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
- MR – Magic Ring
- sc – Single Crochet
- inc – Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
- dec – Decrease (single crochet 2 together)
- sl st – Slip Stitch
- ch – Chain
- st – Stitch
- BLO – Back Loop Only
🧩 Pattern Instructions
🟩 Head (Green & Peach)
Start with green.
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–12. sc in each st (30) - (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
- Switch to peach, sc in each (24)
- (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
- dec x6 (6), fasten off and close
Insert safety eyes between rounds 6–7, approx. 5–6 stitches apart.
🟨 Nostrils (Brown – Make 2)
- MR, 4 sc
- sl st, fasten off
Sew nostrils near tip of snout.
⚪ Teeth (White – Make 6–8)
- Ch 2, sc in 2nd ch from hook, fasten off
Sew evenly spaced along snout edge.
🟩 Body (Green & Peach)
Start with green.
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–10. sc in each st (30) - Switch to peach, sc in BLO (30)
12–17. sc in each (30) - (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
- (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
- dec x6, close, fasten off
🟩 Arms (Green – Make 2)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
3–5. sc in each (12) - (1 sc, dec) x4 (8)
7–10. sc in each (8)
Stuff lightly, fasten off, sew to sides
🟩 Legs (Green – Make 2)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–6. sc in each (18) - (2 sc, dec) x4, sc x2 (14)
- dec x2, sc to end (12)
- sc in each, stuff, close and sew to body
🟩 Tail (Green)
- MR, 6 sc
2–3. sc in each (6) - (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
5–6. sc in each (9) - (2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
8–12. sc in each (12)
Stuff lightly and sew to back of body
🧵 Assembly
- Sew head to body
- Attach arms and legs
- Sew tail on center back
- Add safety eyes and nostrils
- Sew or glue on white teeth
- Embroider or sew claws if desired
- Add blush or pink detail to cheeks
🌟 Final Thoughts
Your adorable plush crocodile baby is ready to charm everyone with its big eyes and friendly grin! Customize the color, add accessories like a bow tie or scarf, or scale up the pattern for a jumbo version. 🐊💚
