Illuminate your crochet collection with this Amigurumi Firefly pattern! ✨🦟With its delicate wings, glowing body, and whimsical charm, this design captures the magic of fireflies flickering in the night sky. Whether you’re crafting for a nature-inspired décor piece, a playful gift, or simply love insect-themed amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a delightful addition to your collection.
Designed for beginner to intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in wing textures, body colors, and even tiny accessories like embroidered glow details or a miniature perch to enhance its charm. Choose classic yellows and greens for a realistic look or experiment with pastel hues for a dreamy twist! Whether displayed as part of a garden setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi firefly is sure to bring a touch of enchantment.
Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this glowing wonder to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
🐝 Amigurumi Firefly Crochet Pattern
This sweet glowing firefly is here to light up your heart and your cozy crochet corner! With chubby cheeks, tiny wings, and a glowing belly, this amigurumi is perfect as a nightlight companion or a gift for little dreamers. 🌟💛
🧶 Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate – Basic shaping and simple attachments required.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 6 inches (15 cm) tall when using DK-weight yarn and a 2.5 mm hook.
✂️ Materials Needed
- DK weight cotton yarn in:
- Yellow (body & head)
- Beige/light brown (wings)
- Black (eyes/mouth embroidery or safety eyes)
- 2.5 mm crochet hook
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Stitch marker
- Tapestry needle
- 6 mm safety eyes (or embroider eyes)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
- MR – Magic Ring
- sc – Single crochet
- inc – Increase (2 sc in 1 stitch)
- dec – Decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
- ch – Chain
- st – Stitch
- sl st – Slip stitch
- FO – Fasten off
🐝 Pattern Instructions
🔹 Head (Yellow)
- MR, 6 sc [6]
- inc in each st [12]
- (sc, inc) × 6 [18]
- (2 sc, inc) × 6 [24]
- (3 sc, inc) × 6 [30]
6–11. sc around [30] - (3 sc, dec) × 6 [24]
- (2 sc, dec) × 6 [18]
📍Insert safety eyes between rounds 8–9, 6 stitches apart. - (sc, dec) × 6 [12]
- dec × 6 [6]
Stuff and FO. Weave end closed.
🔹 Body (Yellow)
- MR, 6 sc [6]
- inc in each st [12]
- (sc, inc) × 6 [18]
- (2 sc, inc) × 6 [24]
5–9. sc around [24] - (2 sc, dec) × 6 [18]
- (sc, dec) × 6 [12]
Stuff. - dec × 6 [6]
FO and close hole.
🔹 Ears (Make 2 – Yellow)
- MR, 5 sc [5]
2–4. sc around [5]
FO and leave tail for sewing.
🔹 Arms (Make 2 – Yellow)
- MR, 5 sc [5]
2–6. sc around [5]
FO, stuff lightly, leave tail to sew.
🔹 Legs (Make 2 – Yellow)
- MR, 6 sc [6]
- inc in each st [12]
3–4. sc around [12] - (2 sc, dec) × 3 [9]
- sc around [9]
FO, stuff lightly, leave tail.
🔹 Wings (Make 2 – Beige)
- ch 6
- sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 3, 3 sc in last ch
- continue on other side: sc 3, inc in last [12]
- (sc, inc) around [18]
- sc around
FO and shape slightly. Leave tail for sewing.
🧷 Assembly
- Sew the head to the body.
- Attach ears to top of head.
- Sew arms to each side just below the head.
- Attach legs at bottom front.
- Sew wings on back at mid-height.
- Embroider a sweet smile or use black yarn for detail.
💡 Optional: Add Glow!
Insert a small LED tea light or glow-in-the-dark yarn for a firefly-style belly!
🏷️ Tag Idea
Add a tag like “Dream Bright” and tuck your firefly onto a leafy branch or shelf for dreamy nighttime decor!
