Capture the playful spirit of the forest with this Amigurumi Fox Cub crochet pattern! 🦊✨ With its tiny paws, fluffy tail, and curious expression, this design brings the charm of a young fox to life in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a woodland-themed décor piece, a heartfelt gift, or simply love animal-inspired amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a delightful addition to your collection.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in fur textures, ear shapes, and even tiny accessories like a miniature acorn or a cozy scarf to enhance its personality. Choose classic orange and white for a realistic look or experiment with pastel hues for a whimsical twist! Whether displayed as part of a nature-inspired setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi fox cub is sure to bring smiles. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this adorable little fox to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
🦊 Amigurumi Fox Cub Crochet Pattern
This tiny forest fox cub is the perfect crochet companion! Whether for woodland nursery decor, a gift, or your own cozy collection, this chubby-tailed cutie brings a smile every time.
🧶 Skill Level
Intermediate – Requires basic shaping, color changes, and simple sewing.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 15–17 cm (6–7 in) tall using DK weight yarn and a 2.5–3.0 mm hook.
✂️ Materials Needed
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DK or sport weight yarn in:
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Burnt orange (main body)
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White (face, belly, tail tip, ears)
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Dark brown (paws, nose, ear tips)
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2.5 or 3.0 mm crochet hook
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6 mm safety eyes
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Stitch markers, yarn needle, scissors
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Stuffing (polyfill)
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Optional: blush or embroidery thread for cheeks
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
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MR – Magic ring
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sc – Single crochet
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inc – Increase
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dec – Decrease
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sl st – Slip stitch
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ch – Chain
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FO – Fasten off
🧡 Pattern Instructions
🦊 Head (Work in continuous rounds)
With orange yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(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)
7–12. 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)
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(sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff firmly -
dec x6 (6)
FO, weave to close.
👀 Face Patch (White)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(sc, inc) x6 (18)
FO. Sew to lower front of head.
Attach safety eyes above the patch, about 5–6 sts apart.
🐾 Body (Orange)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–10. sc around (30) -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff and FO, leaving long tail. Sew to head.
⚪ Belly Patch (White)
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Ch 7
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Start in 2nd ch: sc across (6)
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ch 1, turn, inc, 4 sc, inc (8)
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ch 1, turn, sc across (8)
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ch 1, turn, dec, 4 sc, dec (6)
FO and sew to belly.
🐾 Legs (Make 4 – 2 Front, 2 Back)
Start with dark brown:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–4. sc around
Switch to orange:
5–8. sc around
Stuff lightly. FO and sew to body.
🦷 Muzzle Nose
In white:
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MR, 6 sc
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(sc, inc) x3 (9)
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sc around
FO, stuff lightly, sew to bottom center of face.
Use black to embroider or glue a small round nose.
🦊 Tail (Orange with White Tip)
Start with white:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–5. sc around
Switch to orange:
6–11. sc around -
(2 sc, dec) x4 (16)
Stuff, FO. Sew to back at a slight curve.
👂 Ears (Make 2 – Outer: Orange, Inner: White)
Outer (Orange):
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MR, 4 sc
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(sc, inc) x2 (6)
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(2 sc, inc) x2 (8)
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sc around
FO.
Inner (White):
Repeat rows 1–3 and sew to orange piece.
Sew ears on top sides of head.
🧷 Final Assembly
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Sew all legs in place evenly.
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Attach tail and ears.
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Add a tiny white dot to each eye (optional).
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Add blush with embroidery or light pink felt.
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Optional: add a ribbon or bow!
✨ Finishing Touch
Your sweet little fox cub is ready to charm the forest — or your home! 🦊🧶 With expressive eyes and that fluffy tail, this one is bound to be a favorite!
