Oh, let me tell you about the absolute joy of creating amigurumi! 🎉 There’s something incredibly satisfying about taking a simple ball of yarn and turning it into a delightful little character, and what better character to bring to life than Deadpool himself? 🕶️ Amigurumi, the Japanese art of knitting or crocheting small, stuffed yarn creatures, is a crafting world that combines creativity, skill, and a whole lot of fun. With Deadpool’s quirky personality and striking outfit, he makes for the perfect subject. Picture this: a miniature merc with a mouth grinning cheekily at you from your desk or shelf, ready to be a conversation starter with anyone who drops by.
Creating an amigurumi Deadpool pattern is a fascinating journey from start to finish. 🧶 The process begins with choosing the right yarn—think bold reds and deep blacks to capture his iconic look. Next comes crafting the body and limbs, a step-by-step adventure that allows me to experiment with different stitches and techniques. 🪡 One of my favorite parts is adding those little details, like his expressive eyes and those infamous katanas. Each stitch is like a brushstroke on a canvas, slowly building up the cheeky mercenary we all know and love. And when it’s all done, I have not just a cute, huggable Deadpool, but also the satisfaction of having crafted something truly unique with my own two hands.

🧶 Amigurumi Deadpool Crochet Pattern 💥
The Merc with a Mouth is here in squishy, stitchable form! Make this hilarious, slightly dangerous hero your next crochet project. He’s iconic, sarcastic, and now… super cuddly.
✂️ Skill Level
Intermediate to Advanced – Includes color changes, sewn accessories, and embroidered details.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 8–10 inches tall, depending on yarn and hook size.
🧵 Materials Needed
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Yarn (DK or worsted):
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Deep red (main body)
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Black (mask patches, belts, strap)
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White (eye patches)
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Beige or tan (belt pouches)
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Brown (katanas)
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Hook Size: 2.5 mm or 3.0 mm
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Felt or embroidery thread (optional): for facial emblem
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch markers
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Safety eyes (optional) – Not used on the real Deadpool, but you can if preferred.
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip stitch
st – Stitch
FO – Fasten off
🔴 Pattern Instructions
🧠 Head (Red)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 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)
7–14. 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 well -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
– FO and close
👁️ Eye Mask Patches (Black, make 2)
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Ch 7, turn
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sc across, turn (6)
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dec, sc 2, dec (4)
– FO and sew onto head angled slightly outward
👁️ Eyes (White, make 2 small)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
– FO and sew onto black patches
🧍♂️ Body (Red)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–11. sc around -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
– Stuff firmly
– FO and sew to head
💪 Arms (Make 2 – red & black)
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MR, 6 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
3–10. sc around -
switch to black yarn, sc around
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sc around
– Stuff lightly
– FO and sew to body sides
🦵 Legs (Make 2 – red & black)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–5. sc around -
switch to black, sc around
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sc around
– Stuff and sew to bottom
🧷 Belt & Pouches (Beige or brown)
Belt Strap:
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ch 40, sc back across (or adjust length to fit)
Pouches: -
ch 4, turn
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sc across, ch 1, turn – repeat 2–3 rows
– Sew tiny pouch squares onto belt strip
– Embroider or glue Deadpool face symbol to center
⚔️ Katanas (Make 2)
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With brown, ch 6, sc across (5)
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sc in rows for 3–4 rows
– Roll or fold, sew or glue to back
– Optional: Add black strip over shoulder as a strap
🧵 Assembly & Final Touches
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Sew head to body
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Attach arms and legs
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Wrap and sew belt around waist
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Attach swords diagonally to back
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Add black stripe details across torso with embroidery or yarn
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Embroider Deadpool logo on front buckle (red circle, black background, two eyes)
This mini Deadpool is ready to sass his way into your amigurumi collection—without the R-rating. 😄
