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Amigurumi Cyclops – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Cyclops – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Add a touch of mythical mischief to your crochet collection with this Amigurumi Cyclops pattern! Inspired by legendary one-eyed creatures, this quirky design captures the cyclops’ bold expression, unique features, and playful personality in every stitch. Whether you’re crafting for fantasy lovers, adding a whimsical accent to your decor, or simply enjoy making monster-inspired amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a miniature cyclops bursting with charm! Perfect for brightening up any space, this crochet creation brings a touch of handmade mythical magic to your collection. 👁✨

Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of green, gray, or even vibrant colors for a fun twist. Add embroidered details, tiny accessories like a miniature club or horns, or even create a full set of fantasy-inspired amigurumi for an enchanting display! Whether gifted as a quirky keepsake, displayed as a whimsical accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Cyclops is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade monster magic to every stitch! 🧶💖✨

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👁️‍🗨️ Amigurumi Cyclops Creature – Crochet Pattern

This charming and slightly mysterious Cyclops plushie features oversized ears, a centered eye with bold goggles, and a cuddly seated shape. Perfect for sci-fi fans, whimsical collections, or a handmade toy shelf hero!

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – Includes color changes, facial shaping, and accessory attachments.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 8–10 in (20–25 cm) seated

🧶 Materials

  • Worsted weight yarn in:

    • Main Color (MC) – Burgundy or deep red

    • Contrast Color (CC) – Light beige

    • Goggle Color – Yellow

    • Eye Detail – Black, Blue, White

  • Hook: 2.5–3.0 mm

  • Safety eyes or black buttons

  • Fiberfill stuffing

  • Stitch markers, tapestry needle, scissors

  • Optional: wire for poseable ears

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
BLO – Back Loop Only

🧠 Head (Work in continuous spiral)

Using MC (Burgundy)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    7–14. sc around (36)

  7. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)

  8. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  9. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    Stuff firmly

  10. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

  11. dec x6 (6), FO

🧍 Body

Switch between MC and CC for chest patch:
You can either:

  • Use tapestry crochet to change colors mid-round, OR

  • Make body fully in MC and sew on a CC oval patch after (simpler).

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    7–14. sc around (36)

  7. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)

  8. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  9. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    Stuff firmly

  10. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

  11. dec x6 (6), FO and sew to head

💪 Arms (Make 2)

Start with CC for hand, switch to MC for arm

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–4. sc around (12)

  3. Switch to MC, sc 6–8 rounds
    Stuff lightly
    FO, sew to upper sides of body

🦶 Legs (Make 2, Seated Position)

Same color order: CC → MC

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
    4–5. sc around

  4. Switch to MC, sc 6 rounds
    Stuff
    Sew in front-bottom of body

🦻 Ears (Make 2)

Start with CC inner ear, then border with MC

  1. CC – MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. sc around
    FO, switch to MC

  5. Work around edge of circle with sl st or sc to shape curve
    Make slightly cupped before sewing to top sides of head

👁️ Cyclops Eye & Goggles

Eye Base (Yellow/Gold Goggle Color)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
    FO

Eye Pupil & Iris

  1. White base: MR, 6 sc

  2. Blue iris: MR, 6 sc

  3. Black pupil: French knot or small black button
    Sew or glue in layers (white → blue → black)

Eye Assembly

  • Sew eye parts centered onto goggle base

  • Attach finished piece to middle of face

  • Use yellow yarn to chain a strap across the head and attach to both sides of the eye

🧵 Color Change Tip (Chest Patch / Arms / Legs)

To cleanly change colors:

  • On the last yarn-over of the final stitch in the old color, pull through the new color to complete the stitch.

  • Continue crocheting with new color.

  • Use tight tension to avoid visible gaps; carry unused yarn inside if using tapestry method.

😐 Face Details

  • Embroider a short flat mouth using black thread or yarn

  • Optionally, add light pink/white blush for extra personality

✅ Final Assembly

  1. Sew head to body securely

  2. Attach arms and legs symmetrically

  3. Position ears slightly curved upward

  4. Stitch on goggles with strap

  5. Double check seams and tension, hide all tails inside

This quirky amigurumi cyclops is an eye-catching companion full of personality. Customize colors, accessories, or even expressions to bring your own mythical friend to life! 👁️🧶


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