Hey there! 😊 Have you ever stumbled upon those adorable crocheted critters and thought, “I need to make one!”? Well, that’s the world of amigurumi for you. It’s a delightful craft that transforms simple yarn into the cutest creatures imaginable. Today, I want to talk about one of my favorites: the amigurumi crocodile baby pattern. There’s something irresistibly charming about turning a creature that’s typically considered fearsome into a cuddly, pint-sized version of itself. The joy of amigurumi lies in its ability to bring whimsy and a touch of magic to everyday life, all while allowing us to unleash our creativity and crafting skills. 🐊✨
Creating a crocodile baby amigurumi involves a few basic crochet techniques, making it accessible even for beginners. The process kicks off with gathering the right materials—soft yarn, a crochet hook, stuffing, and a needle for stitching everything together. The pattern usually starts with the crocodile’s body, working in rounds to form that familiar elongated shape. With each stitch, you can almost see its personality coming to life. 🧶 The fun really begins when you add the finishing touches, like its tiny eyes and distinctive scales. These little details are what transform yarn into a lovable character. Crafting amigurumi isn’t just a hobby; it’s a journey filled with creativity, satisfaction, and a whole lot of joy. 🌟
🐊 Amigurumi Baby Crocodile – Free Crochet Pattern
🧶 Skill Level
Easy to Intermediate
🧵 Materials
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Yarn (worsted weight):
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Green (main color)
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Light beige/pink (belly, soles, cheeks)
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White (eyes)
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Black (pupils & nostrils embroidery)
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Crochet hook: 2.5 mm or 3 mm
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Safety eyes (10–12 mm)
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Yarn needle, scissors, stitch marker
🧷 Abbreviations (US Terms)
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MR – Magic Ring
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sc – Single Crochet
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inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
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dec – Decrease (sc two together)
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sl st – Slip Stitch
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ch – Chain
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BLO – Back Loop Only
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FLO – Front Loop Only
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FO – Fasten Off
🐊 Head
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(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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(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
8–16. sc around (42) -
(5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
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(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Stuff firmly -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO and close
👀 Eyes (Make 2 – Green, White, Black)
Eye Bumps (Green):
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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sc around
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sc around
Stuff lightly, FO
Eye Whites (White):
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12), FO
Sew onto green bumps
Pupils (Black):
Sew black yarn dot or attach small safety eyes
Attach eye bumps to top of head
😁 Cheeks (Make 2 – Pink)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(sc, inc) x6 (18), FO
Sew on sides of the mouth
🐽 Nose Details
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Embroider two black nostrils using yarn or thread above the snout.
🧸 Body (Green + Beige Belly)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(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)
7–18. sc around (36) -
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff -
(sc, dec) x6 (12), FO
Belly Patch (Beige):
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
FO and sew to belly center
🦵 Legs (Make 2 – Green + Beige)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–7. sc around (18) -
(4 sc, dec) x3 (15)
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(3 sc, dec) x3 (12)
Stuff
10–13. sc around (12), FO
Sole Pads (Beige):
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12), FO
Sew to bottom of legs
💪 Arms (Make 2 – Green + Beige)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–6. sc around -
(2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
Stuff lightly
8–10. sc (9), FO
Hand Pads (Beige):
Same as above with fewer rounds if needed (optional detail)
🦎 Tail (Green)
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MR, 6 sc
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(sc, inc) x3 (9)
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sc around
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(2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
5–10. sc around -
(3 sc, inc) x3 (15)
12–15. sc around, FO
Stuff lightly and sew to back of body
✅ Final Assembly
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Sew head to body
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Attach arms and legs
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Sew on cheeks, belly, eyes, and tail
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Embroider black smile (optional)
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Add claws or toe stitches for extra detail
