Turn up the fun with this Amigurumi Headphones with Smiley Faces crochet pattern! Inspired by the joy of music and cheerful expressions, this playful design combines cozy headphones with adorable smiley faces, making every stitch a celebration of happiness. With bright colors, soft textures, and a whimsical touch, this crochet creation is perfect for adding a lively and upbeat accent to your handmade collection. Whether you’re crafting for music lovers, creating a cute decor piece, or simply enjoy making expressive amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a delightful set bursting with personality! 🎧😊✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different color combinations, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like miniature musical notes or glittery accents for extra flair. Craft a classic headphone set with vibrant hues, create a pastel version for a dreamy aesthetic, or even stitch up a full set of music-inspired amigurumi for a dazzling display! Whether gifted as a cheerful keepsake, displayed as a happy accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Headphones with Smiley Faces is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade musical magic to every stitch! 🧶💖
🎧 Amigurumi Headphones with Smiley Faces – Crochet Pattern
These pastel-pink and turquoise headphones are fun, functional as a plush, and filled with personality—thanks to their smiley face speakers and heart plug!
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – requires joining pieces, working in the round, color changing, and inserting wire.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 20–25 cm tall (adjustable depending on wire curve and stuffing)
🧶 Materials
- Worsted weight yarn in:
- Yellow (smiley face)
- Coral Pink (outer rim)
- Mint/Turquoise (pads + band)
- Baby Pink (cord)
- Black (eyes & smile embroidery)
- 2.5–3 mm crochet hook
- Embroidery needle
- Stitch marker
- Polyester stuffing
- Flexible wire (e.g., 1–2 mm aluminum or floral wire) – approx. 60–70 cm
- Electrical or floral tape (for wrapping wire ends)
- Hot glue (optional for securing wire inside band)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
ch – Chain
BLO – Back Loop Only
🎧 Ear Pads (Make 2)
Start with Yellow (Smiley Face Front):
- MR, 6 sc
- inc around (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
- (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
8–9. sc around (42)
Switch to Coral Pink
10–11. sc around (42)
FO and weave in end
Make Facial Details (x2):
- Eyes: 2 small ovals in black felt or embroidery
- Smile: embroider curved line with black yarn
Back Side (Mint Pad):
- MR, 6 sc
- inc around (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
- sc around
FO leaving long tail for sewing
Assembly:
- Stuff both sides lightly
- Sew the pad onto the back of the smiley face piece
- Leave the top open slightly if you’re planning to run wire through the side.
🔗 Headband Cover
Mint/Turquoise Yarn
- Ch 41 (or to match your desired arc length around the head)
- Row 1–6: sc across in rows (6 stitches wide)
FO, leaving a long tail
Wrap around pre-bent wire and stitch edges together (like a tube). Insert wire before stitching ends.
🌈 Pom Pom Trim (Optional)
Make small bobbles in alternating mint/pink:
- MR, 5 sc – FO, leave tail
Sew evenly spaced along headband sides
🎧 Side Connectors (Ear Cup Joints)
Pink
- MR, 6 sc
- inc around (12)
- sc around (12)
FO and sew between headband and ear cups
You may poke wire through this segment, shaping the arc for tension and stability.
🎵 Cord
Baby Pink
- Chain approx. 60–70 stitches
- sl st back across to form cord texture
- Optional: insert very thin wire if you’d like it to pose
💗 Heart-Shaped Plug End
Pink + Mint
- MR, 6 sc
- inc around (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- sl st 6, ch 1, (dc, 3 tr, dc) in next, sl st 2, (dc, 3 tr, dc) in next, sl st 6
Switch colors at halfway point (for gradient)
FO and stitch cord into bottom of heart
🧷 Wire Insertion Tips
- Use bendable aluminum, floral or craft wire
- Cover both ends in electrical tape to prevent poking
- Insert it through the band first, then down into each side connector
- Secure ends in ear pads if possible with hot glue or stuffing tension
✅ Final Assembly Checklist
- Attach both ear cups to either end of the band
- Add smiling faces and embroider expressions
- Sew on all bobbles
- Attach cord to side of pad and plug into the heart
🎉 All Done!
Now you’ve got a playful, kawaii-style pair of crocheted headphones that add character to any cozy room or photo setup!
