Welcome to the energetic and playful world of amigurumi! 🦘✨ Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for a Jumping Kangaroo—a lively and dynamic creation perfect for animal lovers, wildlife-themed collections, or anyone who enjoys crafting expressive and movement-inspired plush designs! 🌿 Whether you love stitching up adorable marsupials, creating textured and lifelike figures, or simply want to add a bouncing kangaroo to your handmade lineup, this pattern will guide you through crafting a beautifully sculpted plush with strong legs, a cozy pouch, and a touch of Aussie charm! 🤍
This design embraces earthy tones, intricate shaping, and fun details to bring a joyful and energetic presence to your crochet projects! 🧶🌾 I’ve carefully outlined each step to ensure your Amigurumi Jumping Kangaroo turns out just right—ready to hop into your collection or become a treasured handmade gift! 🎁 So grab your hooks, pick out warm browns, sandy yellows, or soft grays, and let’s stitch up an irresistibly cute jumping kangaroo! ✨
🦘 Amigurumi Kangaroo Crochet Pattern
This adorable amigurumi kangaroo is soft, cuddly, and full of bounce! With her plump haunches, rounded snout, sturdy tail, and burgundy paws and feet, she looks ready to spring across your craft shelf. Perfect for animal lovers, handmade gifts, or nursery displays.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – involves shaping, color changes, and careful assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 26–28 cm (10–11 in) tall when made with worsted-weight yarn and a 3.5 mm crochet hook.
🧶 Materials
Yarn (Worsted / 4-Weight):
-
🟤 Golden Brown – 80 g (head, body, tail, outer ears)
-
🤍 Cream – 40 g (belly, muzzle, inner ears, legs)
-
🍷 Burgundy – 15–20 g (paws and foot tips)
-
⚫ Black – scrap (nose and mouth embroidery)
Other Supplies:
-
3.5 mm crochet hook
-
10–12 mm safety eyes
-
Polyester fiberfill
-
Stitch marker
-
Tapestry needle
-
Scissors
🔤 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
BLO – Back Loops Only
🦘 Head (Golden Brown)
MR, 6 sc [6]
inc ×6 [12]
(1 sc, inc) ×6 [18]
(2 sc, inc) ×6 [24]
(3 sc, inc) ×6 [30]
(4 sc, inc) ×6 [36]
Rounds 7–14: sc around [36]
(4 sc, dec) ×6 [30]
(3 sc, dec) ×6 [24]
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 8–9, about 6 stitches apart.
(2 sc, dec) ×6 [18]
Stuff firmly.
(1 sc, dec) ×6 [12]
dec ×6 [6]
FO and close.
🐽 Muzzle & Nose (Cream + Black)
Muzzle:
MR, 6 sc [6]
inc ×6 [12]
(1 sc, inc) ×6 [18]
(2 sc, inc) ×6 [24]
Rounds 5–7: sc around [24]
Stuff firmly and FO.
Nose:
MR, 6 sc [6], inc ×6 [12], FO.
Sew nose to top center of muzzle and attach the muzzle below eyes.
Embroider a small smile beneath.
👂 Ears (Make 2)
Outer Ear (Golden Brown):
Ch 14
Row 1 – sc in 2nd ch, hdc, dc ×8, hdc, sc [13]
Row 2 – ch 1, turn, sc across [13]
FO.
Inner Ear (Cream):
Ch 12
Row 1 – sc in 2nd ch, hdc, dc ×6, hdc, sc [11]
Row 2 – ch 1, turn, sc across [11]
FO.
Place inner ear on outer ear and sc around both to join.
Sew ears to top of head, angled slightly outward.
🦴 Neck
MR, 6 sc [6]
inc ×6 [12]
Rounds 3–5: sc around [12]
Lightly stuff and FO.
Sew between body and head for a natural lift.
🧸 Body (Golden Brown + Cream Belly)
MR, 6 sc [6]
inc ×6 [12]
(1 sc, inc) ×6 [18]
(2 sc, inc) ×6 [24]
(3 sc, inc) ×6 [30]
(4 sc, inc) ×6 [36]
(5 sc, inc) ×6 [42]
(6 sc, inc) ×6 [48]
Rounds 9–15: sc around [48]
(6 sc, dec) ×6 [42]
(5 sc, dec) ×6 [36]
(4 sc, dec) ×6 [30]
(3 sc, dec) ×6 [24]
Stuff firmly.
(2 sc, dec) ×6 [18]
(1 sc, dec) ×6 [12]
dec ×6 [6]
FO and close.
🤍 Belly Patch (Cream)
MR, 6 sc [6]
inc ×6 [12]
(1 sc, inc) ×6 [18]
(2 sc, inc) ×6 [24]
(3 sc, inc) ×6 [30]
(4 sc, inc) ×6 [36]
Flatten into an oval and sew centered on front of body.
🐾 Arms (Make 2 – Burgundy → Golden Brown)
With burgundy:
MR, 6 sc [6]
inc ×6 [12]
Rounds 3–4: sc around [12]
Switch to golden brown:
Rounds 5–10: sc around [12]
(1 sc, dec) ×4 [8]
Stuff lightly, FO with long tail.
Sew to sides of body at shoulder height.
🦵 Legs (Make 2 – Cream → Burgundy)
With cream:
MR, 6 sc [6]
inc ×6 [12]
(1 sc, inc) ×6 [18]
Rounds 4–13: sc around [18]
Switch to burgundy:
Rounds 14–15: sc around [18]
(1 sc, dec) ×6 [12]
dec ×6 [6]
Stuff firmly and FO.
Sew to lower body, angled slightly forward for a hopping pose.
🐕 Tail (Golden Brown → Cream Tip)
MR, 6 sc [6]
inc ×6 [12]
(1 sc, inc) ×6 [18]
Rounds 4–12: sc around [18]
(2 sc, dec) ×4 [14]
Rounds 14–16: sc around [14]
Switch to cream:
Rounds 17–20: sc around [14]
Stuff firmly and sew to lower back, angled down for balance.
🪡 Assembly
1️⃣ Sew neck to body, then attach head slightly forward.
2️⃣ Attach muzzle below eyes and embroider mouth.
3️⃣ Sew ears at the top sides of head.
4️⃣ Add arms and legs — legs angled forward, arms slightly down.
5️⃣ Attach tail last to help support standing pose.
6️⃣ Add blush or a tiny smile for extra charm.
💡 Pro Tips
-
Stuffing: Use firm stuffing in haunches for structure and lighter stuffing in belly for softness.
-
Leg Transition: Keep the burgundy foot section short (about 2 rounds) for a clean color break.
-
Tail Support: Fill tightly so it acts as a stabilizing base.
-
Finishing Touch: Steam-shape lightly to smooth and perfect the silhouette.
🌟 Final Look
Your handmade kangaroo is complete! 🦘💛
With her soft cream belly, tall ears, and tidy burgundy feet, this little jumper captures the spirit of the Australian outback. Whether displayed on a shelf or gifted to someone special, she’s sure to hop straight into their heart!
