Creating an amigurumi goblin trickster is like embarking on a magical journey filled with whimsy and creativity! 🧶✨ If you’re anything like me, there’s something irresistibly charming about these mischievous little characters. Their playful expressions and colorful details bring a touch of fantasy to any space, and the process of making them is just as delightful as the finished product. Crafting these goblin tricksters allows me to tap into my imagination and turn yarn into something extraordinary, one stitch at a time. It’s a chance to escape into a world where goblins aren’t just from fairy tales—they’re right at my fingertips, ready to cause a bit of mischief!
Now, let’s talk about the process of creating these little wonders. It begins with choosing the perfect yarn, a spectrum of vibrant colors that will bring the goblin’s cheeky personality to life. 🧙‍♂️ I love the way each stitch slowly brings out the character’s details, from their pointy ears to their cheeky grins. Following the amigurumi pattern is like reading a treasure map, guiding me through each step with clear instructions and little surprises along the way. It’s incredibly satisfying to see how a simple ball of yarn transforms into a lovable trickster, thanks to some patience, creativity, and a bit of magic. The best part? Each goblin comes out unique, with its own quirks and charm, ready to bring a smile to anyone who sees it! 🎉
đź§¶ Goblin Trickster Amigurumi Pattern
Give your amigurumi collection a whimsical twist with this dapper goblin—complete with a tall hat, monocle-ready expression, and gentleman’s cane! This charming figure is perfect for fantasy lovers and makes a standout gift.
✂️ Materials
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Yarn (DK or Worsted):
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Light mint (skin)
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Olive green (body)
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Burgundy or deep plum (hat, shoes, vest)
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Rose pink (bow tie, cuffs, ear details)
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Light peach (ear inner)
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Crochet hook: 2.5 mm–3.0 mm
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Safety eyes (10–12 mm)
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Stuffing
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Stitch marker
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Yarn needle
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Optional: gold cane prop, pipe cleaner for poseable limbs
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 28–30 cm (11–12″) tall when using DK yarn and 2.5–3 mm hook.
đź§µ Abbreviations
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MR – Magic Ring
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sc – Single crochet
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inc – Increase (2 sc in next 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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st – Stitch
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BLO – Back loop only
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FLO – Front loop only
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(…) xN – Repeat instructions in parentheses N times
đź§ Skill Level
Intermediate – shaping, color changes, and sewing required.
đź§Ť Pattern Instructions
đź§ Head
With light mint yarn:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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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 in all (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)
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dec x6 (6)
Fasten off and weave in end. Add safety eyes between rounds 9–10 with 8 sts between. Embroider brows and nose bump. Stuff firmly.
🦇 Ears (Make 2)
Start with light mint:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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(sc, inc) x3 (9)
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sc in all (9)
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(2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
5–6. sc in all (12)
Change to pink (inner ear): -
sl st around to outline (optional)
Pinch and sew on each side of the head.
đź§Ą Body
With olive green:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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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 in all (30) -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
14–16. sc in all (24) -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
18–19. sc in all (18)
Stuff and fasten off.
🧤 Arms (Make 2)
With mint:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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(sc, inc) x3 (9)
3–5. sc in all (9)
Change to olive:
6–12. sc in all (9)
Add pink cuff at wrist (optional: FLO round and work 1 round of sc)
Stuff lightly, sew to body sides.
đź‘– Legs (Make 2)
With mint:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
3–6. sc in all (12)
Change to olive:
7–12. sc in all (12)
Stuff and sew under body.
🥿 Shoes (Make 2)
With burgundy:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
3–4. sc in all (12) -
dec x6 (6)
Stuff and close. Sew to feet. Add a visible upper shoe cuff in FLO with 1 row sc.
đź§Ł Bow Tie
With rose pink:
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ch 8, sl st to form ring
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2 rounds of sc around
Pinch center and wrap yarn around to form a bow shape. Sew to neck.
🧢 Top Hat
With burgundy:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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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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BLO sc in all (24)
6–10. sc in all (24) -
(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
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sc in all (36)
Switch to green: -
BLO sc in all
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sl st and fasten off.
Sew to head.
🦴 Tail
With olive green:
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ch 10
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sc back across
Sew at lower back.
🪄 Cane (Optional)
Use a brown pipe cleaner or wooden stick. Add a gold bead on top for style.
đź§· Assembly
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Sew arms to shoulders and legs underneath the body.
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Attach ears slightly above eye level.
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Add hat and bow tie.
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Place cane under hand or attach using thread.
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Embroider any finishing touches like wrinkles or a monocle.