Stitch up a pocket-sized bundle of energy with this Amigurumi Ferret crochet pattern! Whether you adore these playful creatures or simply love crafting unique animal designs, this free pattern lets you create a charming ferret full of personality. With its long, slender body, expressive face, and tiny paws, this adorable amigurumi captures the mischievous charm of real ferrets. Perfect for gifting, whimsical decor, or adding to an ever-growing collection of crochet critters, this little ferret is sure to steal hearts with its irresistible charm!
Designed for customization, this pattern lets you experiment with different fur tones, embroidered facial expressions, and even accessories like a tiny scarf or bow for added character. Add soft shading to mimic real ferret markings, craft a playful pose, or even create a whole playful bunch in various colors! Whether gifted to an animal lover, perched on a shelf, or simply stitched up for fun, this amigurumi ferret is a delightful project that brings life and personality to every stitch! 🦦🧶✨
🐾 Amigurumi Ferret – FREE Crochet Pattern
Meet this cuddly and curious crochet ferret! With his rounded belly, sweet expression, and signature long tail, this handmade friend is the perfect companion for animal lovers and woodland-themed decor.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes color changes, sculpting features, sewing parts, and shaping the tail and muzzle.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) tall using worsted weight yarn and a 3.0–3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
- Worsted weight yarn in:
- Light brown (main color)
- Cream or off-white (belly, snout, paws, ears)
- Pink (nose)
- 10–12 mm safety eyes
- Polyester stuffing
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch marker
- Embroidery thread for brows and smile (brown or black)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in one st)
dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
BLO – Back Loop Only
🧠 Head (Light Brown)
- 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)
7–12. sc around (36) - (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Insert safety eyes between rounds 9–10, spaced about 8 stitches apart - (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
- dec x6 (6)
Stuff firmly. FO and close.
🐽 Muzzle (Cream)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- sc around (12)
Stuff lightly, sew below eyes.
Embroider or sew small pink triangle for nose and a curved smile.
👂 Ears (Make 2 – Light Brown outer, Cream inner)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- sc around (12)
Flatten and sew to top sides of head.
🧍 Body (Cream)
- 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)
7–18. sc around (36) - (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
- (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff firmly, FO and sew to head.
🐾 Arms (Make 2 – Light Brown → Cream)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- sc around (12)
4–6. sc around (12)
Switch to cream
7–9. sc around (12) - dec x6 (6)
Stuff lightly, FO and sew to sides of body in a hugging pose.
🦶 Legs (Make 2 – Light Brown → Cream)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- sc around (12)
4–5. sc around (12)
Switch to cream
6–8. sc around (12)
Stuff and FO. Sew to base of body.
🦊 Tail (Light Brown)
- MR, 6 sc
- (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
- (2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
4–10. sc around (12) - (2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
12–15. sc around (9)
FO, stuff lightly. Sew to the back of the body, slightly curved.
✂️ Final Details
- Use brown thread to embroider eyebrows above eyes
- Add claws or paw detail with surface stitches or embroidery
- Gently shape arms and tail with your fingers after sewing
💡 Customization Ideas
- Use variegated yarn for a realistic coat
- Add a bow or scarf
- Stitch tiny pink paw pads on the cream foot bases
This lovable little ferret is full of charm, personality, and mischief. Whether curled up on a shelf or gifted to a friend, he’s sure to burrow into your heart. 🧶🐾
