Oh, the joy of creating amigurumi! There’s something truly magical about turning a simple ball of yarn into a delightful little creature, isn’t there? One of my absolute favorites to make is the gibbon. These charming primates, with their long arms and playful expressions, are perfect for crafting into amigurumi. The process is not only creative but also immensely satisfying. It’s like a delightful puzzle where you get to decide the colors and the little details that bring your gibbon to life. 🐵✨ Plus, the sheer cuteness factor is off the charts, making them irresistible to both create and gift to loved ones.
When it comes to making an amigurumi gibbon, the process is a delightful adventure from start to finish. I love starting with cozy yarn in shades that remind me of the gibbon’s natural hues—earthy browns, soft creams, or even a fun and vibrant palette! It begins with crocheting the body and then moving on to those iconic long arms, which are surprisingly fun to make. And don’t get me started on the face! Adding those eyes and a little yarn smile can really bring personality and warmth to the gibbon. Finally, assembling all the pieces feels like magic—suddenly, a bundle of yarn transforms into a friendly little gibbon ready to swing into anyone’s heart. 🎨🧶
🐒 Amigurumi Gibbon Crochet Pattern
This lanky-limbed gibbon is full of personality with its extra-long arms and a friendly embroidered smile. Perfect for hugs, gifts, and jungle-themed decor!
🧶 Skill Level
Intermediate – includes shaping, color changes, and embroidery.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 22 cm (8.5 inches) tall when using DK yarn and a 2.5 mm hook.
✨ Materials
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Yarn (DK weight recommended):
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Brown (main body)
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White or cream (face, belly, ears, hands/feet accents)
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Small amount of black (embroidery)
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2.5 mm crochet hook
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10–12 mm safety eyes
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Yarn needle
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Stitch marker
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Polyester stuffing
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terminology)
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MR – Magic Ring
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sc – Single Crochet
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inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
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dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)
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sl st – Slip Stitch
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ch – Chain
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FO – Fasten Off
🧠 Head
With brown 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)
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(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
8–14. sc around (42) -
(5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
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(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
→ Place safety eyes between Rnds 10–11, about 8 sts apart -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
→ Stuff firmly -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO and close the hole.
😊 Face Patch
With white/cream 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)
→ FO leaving long tail
→ Sew to the face, centered between eyes
→ Embroider smile and nostrils with black yarn
👂 Ears (make 2)
Outer (brown):
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(sc, inc) x6 (18)
FO.
Inner (white/cream):
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
FO.
→ Sew white circle on brown and attach ears to sides of the head.
🧸 Body
With brown 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)
6–12. sc around (30) -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
→ Stuff -
(sc, dec) x6 (12)
FO leaving long tail and sew to head
🤍 Belly Patch
With white yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(sc, inc) x6 (18)
→ Flatten and sew centered on belly.
💪 Arms (make 2, extra long)
With brown yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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(sc, inc) x3 (9)
3–20. sc around (9)
→ Optional: switch to white yarn for last 3 rounds for hands
→ Stuff lightly and sew to sides of body
🦵 Legs (make 2)
With brown yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–6. sc around (18) -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
8–10. sc around (12)
→ Switch to white for feet (last 2 rounds)
→ Stuff and sew to bottom of body
🐒 Tail (optional)
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ch 20
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sc back along (19)
→ Curl and sew to back bottom
✅ Final Touches
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Adjust arms for a natural hanging look
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Add blush or eyelash embroidery for personality
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Pose in a seated or hanging position!
