Bring the legendary Griffin to life with this Amigurumi Griffin crochet pattern! 🦅🦁✨ With its majestic wings, fierce yet noble expression, and mythical presence, this design captures the essence of the powerful creature in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a fantasy-themed décor piece, a unique gift, or simply love mythical-inspired amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a fantastic addition to your collection.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in feather textures, claw details, and even tiny accessories like a miniature crown or a mystical gemstone to enhance the Griffin’s regal personality. Choose classic golds and browns for a traditional look or experiment with bold hues for a creative twist! Whether displayed as part of a magical setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi Griffin is sure to impress. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this legendary guardian to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
🦅🦁 Amigurumi Griffin Crochet Pattern
Unleash the mythical magic with this majestic Amigurumi Griffin! A powerful creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle, this pattern is perfect for advanced crafters seeking a magical challenge and a stunning finished piece.
✨ Skill Level
Advanced – Includes layered textures, shaping, and assembly of wings and feathers.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 30–35 cm (12–14 inches) tall with wingspan up to 40 cm (16 inches) using worsted-weight yarn and a 3.0 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Worsted weight yarn:
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Cream/White (Head, feathers)
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Brown (Face markings, wings, body)
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Gold (Beak, legs, claws)
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Black (Eye embroidery, claws)
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Crochet hook: 3.0 mm
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Safety eyes: 12 mm (or embroidered for extra safety)
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Polyfill stuffing
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
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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 two stitches together)
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ch – Chain
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sl st – Slip Stitch
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BLO – Back Loop Only
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FO – Fasten Off
🦅 Head (White)
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MR, 6 sc [6]
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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]
7–14. 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]
– Insert safety eyes between rounds 8–9, about 6 stitches apart.
– Stuff firmly. -
(1 sc, dec) x6 [12]
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dec x6 [6]
FO and close.
🧠 Face Markings (Brown – make 2)
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MR, 6 sc [6]
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inc x6 [12]
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(1 sc, inc) x6 [18]
Flatten and sew around eyes for expression.
🐤 Beak (Gold)
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MR, 4 sc [4]
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sc around [4]
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(1 sc, inc) x2 [6]
4–6. sc around [6] -
(2 sc, inc) x2 [8]
FO and sew to face.
🧍 Body (Brown)
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MR, 6 sc [6]
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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]
7–18. sc around [36] -
(4 sc, dec) x6 [30]
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(3 sc, dec) x6 [24]
Stuff firmly. FO.
🦁 Legs (Make 2 – Start with Gold for claws)
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MR, 6 sc [6]
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inc x6 [12]
3–5. sc around [12]
Switch to brown:
6–12. sc around [12]
Stuff, FO, and sew to body base.
🐾 Feet Claws (Gold – make 3 per foot)
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MR, 4 sc [4]
2–3. sc around [4]
FO and sew to front of foot for claw details.
👐 Wings (Make 2 – Brown)
Wing Base:
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ch 18
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Turn, sc across [17]
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ch 1, sc across [17]
Repeat 2–3 until you reach 8 rows. FO.
Feather Rows:
Make 5–7 feather-shaped pieces in graduated sizes.
Each:
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MR, 6 sc [6]
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inc x6 [12]
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(1 sc, inc) x6 [18]
Shape slightly and sew overlapping to wing base.
Sew wings to body.
🦅 Tail Feathers (Make 4–5 – Brown)
Use same method as feathers for wings.
Sew downward in layers at the back.
🐾 Arms (Optional lion arms – Brown)
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MR, 6 sc [6]
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inc x6 [12]
3–10. sc [12]
Lightly stuff, FO, and sew under wings if desired.
✂️ Assembly
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Attach head to body.
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Sew on wings at the shoulder joint.
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Add tail feathers to back base.
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Embroider black eyebrows or eye detail if desired.
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Weave in all ends securely.
Let your mythical griffin soar with pride! Whether perched on a shelf or gifted to a fantasy-loving friend, this regal beast will add legendary charm to any room. 🦅🦁
