Oh, the joy of crafting your own tiny, adorable Groot! 🌱 If you’re like me and love both crocheting and the delightful world of Marvel, then creating an amigurumi Groot is a match made in crafting heaven. There’s something enchanting about turning a ball of yarn into a cute, smiley character that can sit on your desk or hang out on a bookshelf. Amigurumi, the Japanese art of knitting or crocheting small, stuffed yarn creatures, has captured the hearts of crafters worldwide with its charm and endless possibilities. And when it comes to Groot, it’s hard to resist the allure of bringing this gentle, tree-like hero to life with just a hook and some yarn.
Starting this project is like embarking on a creative adventure. To begin, you’ll need to gather your supplies: a bit of brown and green yarn, a crochet hook (usually a size appropriate for your yarn), and some stuffing to give Groot his lovable, squishy shape. 🧶 The process involves working mostly in rounds to form that distinctive Groot shape, from his twiggy head to his tiny legs, with a few clever stitches here and there to give him character. Crafting his little face is where Groot really comes to life, especially when you add those expressive eyes and a tiny smile. The best part? You can add personal touches like a miniature pot or a leaf here and there, making Groot truly your own. The whole experience is as rewarding as it is fun, and it’s a fantastic way to unwind while creating something simply delightful.
🌱 Amigurumi Groot Crochet Pattern
Bring the beloved Guardian of the Galaxy to life with this adorable amigurumi Groot! With tree-bark texture, sprouting moss, and giant expressive eyes, this amigurumi is perfect for Marvel fans and nature lovers alike. Whether it’s sitting on your shelf or starring in your desk décor, Baby Groot is ready to protect your yarn stash! 🌿🪵
🧵 This pattern features shaping, color changes, and subtle embroidery details to give Groot his lifelike bark pattern and foliage-covered head. Let’s crochet this tiny tree hero together!
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes shaping, color changes, and embroidered details.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 25–30 cm (10–12 inches) tall using DK or worsted yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Worsted weight yarn in:
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Light brown (Body)
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Dark brown (Bark accents)
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Green (Top moss/hair)
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Black (Mouth, embroidery)
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Dark blue or purple (Optional bark lines)
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3.5 mm crochet hook
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Safety eyes (14–16 mm)
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Stitch marker
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Yarn needle
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Scissors
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Optional: brown felt for soles
🧵 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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BLO – Back Loop Only
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sl st – Slip Stitch
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ch – Chain
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st – Stitch
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FO – Fasten Off
🪵 Pattern Instructions
👤 Head & Body (Worked as one piece)
Head (Light Brown):
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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)
7–15. sc in each st (36) -
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Place safety eyes between Rounds 10–11, 7 stitches apart. -
(sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
Stuff firmly and FO.
Body (continue from head):
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Attach yarn at bottom of head, sc in FLO around (12)
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(sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
4–8. sc in each st (24) -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6), FO and close.
Stuff firmly.
🦵 Legs (Make 2)
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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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BLO sc in each st (18)
5–7. sc in each st (18) -
(4 sc, dec) x3 (15)
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(3 sc, dec) x3 (12)
10–12. sc in each st (12)
FO and stuff lightly. Sew to base.
💪 Arms (Make 2)
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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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BLO sc in each st (18)
5–7. sc in each st (18) -
(4 sc, dec) x3 (15)
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(3 sc, dec) x3 (12)
10–14. sc in each st (12)
FO, stuff lightly, sew to sides.
🌿 Hair Sprouts (Top Moss)
Using green yarn:
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Ch 6, sl st back down, repeat 6–8 times for various spikes.
Sew around the crown of the head to mimic sprouting moss.
🪢 Bark Embroidery (Optional)
With dark brown or dark blue yarn, embroider vertical bark-like lines across the torso and arms using split or chain stitch to mimic woodgrain texture.
😊 Face Details
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Use black yarn to embroider a small smile below the eyes.
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Add a touch of blush or light brown felt to cheeks (optional).
🎉 Assembly & Finishing Touches
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Sew the arms to each side of the body, about 1 round below the head.
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Attach the legs at the base evenly spaced.
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Embroider bark accents and vines as desired.
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Add mossy green fringe to the headtop for Groot’s leafy hair.
🌟 You Did It!
Now you have your very own Baby Groot to guard your desk, watch over your yarn stash, or gift to a Marvel-loving friend. This charming tree guardian is not only a fun project, but a heart-melting companion too! 🌱💚
