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Amigurumi Fishbowl – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Fishbowl – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Welcome to the wonderful world of aquatic-inspired amigurumi! ✨ Today, I’m thrilled to share with you my free crochet pattern for an adorable Fishbowl complete with its own little swimming friend! 💦 Whether you’re a fish enthusiast with a fondness for underwater scenes or simply love creating unique handmade decorations, this pattern will guide you through creating your very own pocket-sized aquarium complete with crystal-clear “water” and colorful details! 🌊

This pattern uses classic stitches and straightforward techniques, making it perfect for crafters looking for a splashy project! 🐡 I’ve broken down each step with detailed instructions to ensure your Fishbowl turns out just right. 👌 So grab your hooks and yarn, and let’s bring this miniature aquatic habitat to life one stitch at a time! 🧵 This no-maintenance pet requires zero feeding and will bring ocean-inspired charm to your home without any wet messes! 💙

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🐟 Amigurumi Fishbowl with Fish Crochet Pattern

Bring some aquatic charm to your shelf or desk with this cute fish-in-a-bowl setup. This makes a great toy, decorative piece, or gift!

🧶 Skill Level

Intermediate – Includes shaping, color changes, and sewing small parts.

📏 Finished Size

Approximately 12–15 cm (5–6 inches) tall using DK yarn and a 2.75 mm hook.

✂️ Materials Needed

  • DK yarn in the following colors:

    • Orange or coral (fish body)

    • Light beige (bowl body)

    • Blue (bowl rim)

  • 2.75 mm crochet hook

  • 9 mm safety eyes

  • Fiberfill stuffing

  • Stitch marker, tapestry needle, scissors

  • Optional: small wooden riser for display

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • MR – Magic Ring

  • sc – Single Crochet

  • inc – Increase

  • dec – Decrease

  • ch – Chain

  • sl st – Slip Stitch

  • BLO – Back Loop Only

  • FO – Fasten Off

🐠 Fish Body

With orange yarn:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)

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

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    6–10. sc around (30)

  6. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  7. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)

  8. (sc, dec) x6 (12)
    Insert safety eyes between Rnds 6–7, 6 stitches apart.

  9. dec x6 (6)
    FO, close hole, weave in tail.

🐟 Fish Fins (Make 3 – 2 sides, 1 top)

With orange yarn:

  1. ch 5

  2. sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc, dc, sl st
    FO, leave tail for sewing.

Sew side fins to either side. Sew top fin centered on top.

🐟 Fish Tail

With orange yarn:

  1. ch 6

  2. sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc, hdc, dc, dc (5)

  3. ch 1, turn, dc, dc, hdc, sc, sc
    FO and sew flat end to back of fish.

🥣 Bowl Base

With beige yarn:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)

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

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

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)

  7. (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)

  8. BLO, sc around (42)
    9–14. sc around (42)
    Switch to blue yarn for rim:
    15–17. sc around (42)

  9. sl st in each st around
    FO, weave in end.

Stuff bowl lightly or leave unstuffed if you want the fish to sink in more.

🧷 Assembly

  1. Place and sew the fish inside the bowl, slightly tilted if desired.

  2. Use a few extra stitches to secure the body in place.

  3. Optional: Use a drop of glue at the base if it’s for display only.

  4. Optionally, place the bowl on a small wooden pedestal as in the image.

✨ Finishing Touches

  • Add blush or light pink embroidery to the cheeks.

  • Use glossy thread or tiny beads for a “bubbly” detail.

  • For a magnet version, insert a small flat magnet under the base before final round of the bowl.

This whimsical fishbowl with fish adds cozy cuteness to any handmade display — and it’s an ideal gift for fish lovers, kids, or anyone who appreciates a bit of aquatic charm!


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