Hey there! If you’ve ever wanted to dive into the whimsical world of crafting, let me introduce you to the delightful universe of amigurumi! 🌟 These adorable, crocheted creatures have captured the hearts of crafters all over the globe. There’s something incredibly satisfying about transforming a simple ball of yarn into a cute, squishy character that seems to come alive with personality. And guess what? You don’t need to be a crochet expert to get started! With just a basic understanding of crochet stitches and a pinch of creativity, you can create your very own amigurumi masterpiece. Plus, the possibilities are endless—frogs, foxes, or even a fantastic Fred the Frog!
Creating an amigurumi Fred is like embarking on a playful adventure with every stitch. 🧶 I love the process of selecting the perfect yarn color, usually a vibrant green, that makes Fred pop with life. Once I’ve gathered my yarn, hook, and the pattern, I begin crafting Fred’s charming features, starting with his round body and then moving on to those iconic wide eyes and big smile. Each step is filled with anticipation as I watch Fred’s personality emerge. And when I finally stitch together his little limbs, I can’t help but smile knowing that I’ve brought a small piece of joy into the world.
🐸 Amigurumi Fred the Frog Pattern
Fred is a cheerful, wide-eyed frog who loves to chill on lily pads and make people smile. He has chubby cheeks, oversized eyes, and a friendly grin!
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Techniques include shaping, color changes, and sewing pieces.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 8–10 inches (20–25 cm) tall when seated.
🧶 Materials Needed
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Worsted weight cotton yarn in:
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Dark green (main color)
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Light cream (belly and eye base)
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Pale peach/pink (hands, feet, cheeks)
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2.5 mm crochet hook
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12 mm black safety eyes
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Stuffing
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Stitch marker, yarn needle, scissors
🧵 Abbreviations (US)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
🧠 Head
With dark green:
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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)
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(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
8–13. sc around (42) -
(5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
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(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Start stuffing -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO and close.
😊 Mouth Line
Using pale peach:
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Embroider a wide smile using surface slip stitch or back stitch along the lower front of the head in a curve.
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Optional: Use thin black yarn to add a thin line beneath for contrast.
👁️ Eye Bulges (Make 2)
Eye Whites (Light Cream):
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–4. sc around (12)
FO, leave long tail.
Attach safety eyes to the centers and sew to top sides of the head with a slight tilt.
🐸 Body
With cream (belly color):
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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)
Switch to green:
7–16. sc around (36)
17. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
18. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
19. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
20. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff well.
21. dec x6 (6)
FO and close.
🦴 Arms (Make 2)
Start with pink:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–5. sc around (12)
Switch to green:
6–12. sc around (12)
Stuff lightly -
Flatten, 6 sc through both sides
FO and sew to upper sides of body.
🐾 Legs (Make 2)
Start with pink:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–5. sc around (18)
Switch to green:
6–10. sc around (18) -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff and flatten -
6 sc through both sides
FO and sew to bottom sides of body.
✨ Finishing Touches
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Add a small oval cream belly patch using surface crochet or embroidery
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Optional: Blush cheeks with pink yarn or crayon
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Optional: Add tiny nostrils or eyelids using stitches
🧵 Fred is ready to hop! This happy amphibian will brighten any shelf, nursery, or garden windowsill.
