Welcome to the romantic and whimsical world of amigurumi! 💘✨ Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for an Amigurumi Cupid With Bow And Arrow—a charming and playful creation perfect for Valentine’s Day, gift-giving, or anyone who enjoys crafting adorable and expressive plush designs! 🧶 Whether you love stitching up mythical figures, creating textured and lifelike details, or simply want to add a sweet Cupid to your handmade lineup, this pattern will guide you through crafting a beautifully sculpted plush with delicate wings, a tiny bow, and a heart-tipped arrow ready to spread love! 💖
This design embraces soft textures, intricate shaping, and delightful details to bring a magical and heartwarming presence to your crochet projects! 🧶✨ I’ve carefully outlined each step to ensure your Amigurumi Cupid With Bow And Arrow turns out just right—ready to brighten up your space or become a treasured handmade gift! 🎁 So grab your hooks, pick out gentle pinks, classic whites, and shimmering golds, and let’s stitch up a lovable Cupid! 💘
🏹 Amigurumi Cupid with Bow and Arrow – FREE Crochet Pattern
Craft your own sweet little symbol of love! This Amigurumi Cupid is sitting with a bow in hand, arrow aimed, and tiny wings fluttering on his back. Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day or spreading love all year round, this pattern is a must-have for your heartwarming collection.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes figure shaping, attachment of limbs in seated position, accessory details, and wings.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 20–22 cm (8–9 inches) tall in sitting position using sport or DK yarn and a 2.5–3.0 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (sport or DK weight) in:
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Skin tone (body)
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Burgundy (hair)
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White (wings)
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Golden yellow (bow)
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Beige or tan (arrow shaft)
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White (arrow tip)
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2.5–3.0 mm crochet hook
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Safety eyes (8–10 mm)
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Black embroidery floss (eyebrows & mouth)
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Stitch marker
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Tapestry needle
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Optional: flexible wire or pipe cleaner for bow tension string
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
BLO – Back Loop Only
FO – Fasten Off
🧠 Head (Skin tone)
MR, 6 sc
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
Rounds 7–17: sc around (36)
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 11–12, about 7 stitches apart
Embroider small mouth with black floss
Round 18: (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff firmly
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
dec x6 (6)
FO and close
💇 Hair Cap (Burgundy)
MR, 6 sc
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
Rounds 7–9: sc around
FO and sew to head
Optional: Add short front curl strands
Ch 5, sc back, sl st to cap edge – repeat 3–4 times
👂 Ears (Make 2 – Skin tone)
MR, 5 sc, sl st, FO
Sew to sides of head
🧍 Body (Skin tone – worked bottom up)
MR, 6 sc
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
Rounds 6–12: sc around (30)
Round 13: (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Round 14: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Round 15: (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Round 16: dec x6 (6)
FO and close
Sew to head
🦵 Legs (Make 2 – Skin tone)
MR, 6 sc
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
Rounds 4–6: sc around (18)
(2 sc, dec) x4, sc 2 (14)
Rounds 8–12: sc around (14)
Stuff and bend into sitting position
Sew to body sides at an angle to allow sitting
💪 Arms (Make 2 – Skin tone)
MR, 6 sc
inc x6 (12)
Rounds 3–10: sc around
Do not overstuff
Sew one arm bent around the bow, one resting forward
🪽 Wings (Make 2 – White)
Ch 10
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch, sc across (9)
Rows 2–5: ch 1, turn, sc across
FO
Surface crochet or embroider feather shapes
Sew to upper back symmetrically
🏹 Bow
With golden yellow:
Ch 28
Row 1: sc across (27)
FO
Sew into a curved arc and attach to hand
Attach white embroidery thread or fine string from ends for bowstring
🡆 Arrow
Shaft (Beige):
Ch 10, sl st to make it stiff
FO
Tip (White):
MR, 3 sc
(inc) x3 (6)
(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
FO and sew to shaft
Place arrow into bent arm or across lap
✂️ Finishing Touches
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Attach wings and position arms for pose
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Shape bow gently with sewn-in thread
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Embroider simple lashes or eyebrows
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Add optional pink cheeks using soft yarn or blush
Your lovable little Cupid is now complete and ready to spread some handmade love! 💘 Perfect for romantic gifts or a whimsical Valentine decoration.