Cuddle up with the Amigurumi Koala Cub, a sweet little crochet creation that’s full of charm and eucalyptus-loving personality! 🐨🧶 With its round ears, tiny paws, and gentle expression, this baby koala is the perfect blend of softness and snuggly appeal. Whether you’re crafting for a nursery, a gift, or just adding to your collection of adorable animals, this cub is sure to bring cozy vibes and heartwarming smiles.
Perfect for crocheters who love expressive features and soothing shapes, this pattern invites you to explore muted tones, plush textures, and playful details. Add a tiny leaf, stitch on a scarf, or pair it with a mama koala for a sweet family scene. The Amigurumi Koala Cub is a delightful way to stitch up calm, cuteness, and a whole lot of handmade love—one loop at a time! 🧵🌿
🐨 Amigurumi Koala Cub Crochet Pattern
Soft, sweet, and full of charm — this cuddly koala cub brings a touch of Australia’s cuteness right to your hook! With big fluffy ears, pink cheeks, detailed paw pads, and a little flower accessory, it’s the perfect handmade friend for gifting or cozy display.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Involves shaping, color changes, and texture brushing.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 8–10 inches (20–25 cm) tall using worsted weight yarn and a 3.0–3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Gray yarn (main body, head, arms, legs) – 100 g
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Light gray or white yarn (belly, ear centers) – 30 g
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Black yarn (nose, claws, paw pads) – 10 g
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Pink yarn (cheeks, foot pads) – 15 g
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White yarn (flower accent) – small amount
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Hook: 3.0 mm
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Stuffing: polyester fiberfill
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Safety eyes: 10 mm
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Tools: tapestry needle, stitch marker, scissors, pet slicker brush (for ear fluff)
🪡 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same st)
dec – Decrease (sc 2 tog)
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
🐨 Head (Gray)
R1 MR 6 sc (6)
R2 inc ×6 (12)
R3 (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4 (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5 (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6 (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
R7–R13 sc around (36)
🪶 Insert safety eyes between R10–11, spaced 8 stitches apart.
R14 (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
R15 (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R16 (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
R17 (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R18 dec ×6 (6)
FO and close. Stuff firmly and shape into a rounded head.
🖤 Nose (Black – Vertically Oval)
To match the tall nose in the photo, this version is crocheted in rows, not rounds.
Ch 5
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 2, 3 sc in last st. Continue on other side of chain → sc 2, 2 sc in last st (10)
Row 2: inc, sc 3, inc ×3, sc 3, inc ×2 (16)
Row 3–5: sc around evenly (16 per row)
Row 6: (2 sc, dec) ×4 (12)
Row 7: sc around (12)
FO, stuff slightly, flatten vertically.
👉 Sew to the face so the nose stands tall (vertical orientation), centered between eyes and slightly below them.
🌸 Cheeks (Make 2 – Pink)
R1 MR 6 sc (6)
R2 inc ×6 (12)
R3 (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Lightly stuff for puffed effect.
FO and sew directly under each eye, close to nose edges.
👂 Ears (Make 2 – Gray Outer + White Inner)
Outer (Gray):
R1 MR 6 sc (6)
R2 inc ×6 (12)
R3 (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4 (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5 (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
FO, do not stuff.
Inner (White/Light Gray):
R1 MR 6 sc (6)
R2 inc ×6 (12)
R3 (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
FO. Sew centered inside gray ear.
Attach ears symmetrically to each side of the head, angled slightly upward.
🧶 Creating the Fluffy Ear Halo
To achieve the realistic fuzzy look from the photo:
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Use a pet slicker brush (fine wire bristles) or a metal comb.
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Gently brush only the gray outer edge of the ear in small circular motions.
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Continue brushing until the yarn fibers separate and form a soft halo.
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Trim lightly if necessary to even out the fluff.
👉 For extra softness, steam lightly while brushing – don’t touch the iron directly to the yarn.
🧍 Body (Gray with White Belly)
R1 MR 6 sc (6)
R2 inc ×6 (12)
R3 (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4 (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5 (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6–R10 sc around (30)
R11–R14 switch to white for belly, sc around (30)
R15 (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R16 (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
R17 (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R18 dec ×6 (6)
FO, stuff firmly, and close.
💪 Arms (Make 2 – Gray)
R1 MR 6 sc (6)
R2 inc ×6 (12)
R3–R6 sc around (12)
R7 (2 sc, dec) ×3 (9)
R8–R11 sc around (9)
Stuff lightly, FO.
Sew to body sides near top.
Embroider 3 small black claws at tips.
🦶 Legs (Make 2 – Gray)
R1 MR 6 sc (6)
R2 inc ×6 (12)
R3 (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4 (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5–R7 sc around (24)
R8 (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
R9–R10 sc around (18)
Stuff firmly, FO.
🐾 Foot Pads and Claws
Center Pad (Pink):
R1 MR 6 sc (6)
R2 inc ×6 (12)
R3 (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4 (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
FO, sew to bottom of each foot.
Toe Pads (Black – 3 per foot):
R1 MR 5 sc (5)
R2 sc around (5)
FO. Sew evenly around pink pad.
Attach legs to body front-bottom so toes face forward and slightly outward.
🌼 Flower Accent (White)
Ch 2, in 2nd ch from hook: (sl st, ch 2, sl st) ×5 petals.
FO and sew to right side of head above eye.
🧷 Assembly
1️⃣ Sew head to body, slightly tilted forward for a cute, cuddly posture.
2️⃣ Attach ears evenly on both sides, then fluff edges using the brush technique.
3️⃣ Add nose, cheeks, and eyes for full expression.
4️⃣ Sew arms and legs in place.
5️⃣ Finish with paw pads, claws, and the little white flower.
💕 Final Look
Your koala cub is complete — featuring:
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Vertically tall, oval black nose
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Fluffy halo-edged gray ears with light centers
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Soft pink puff cheeks
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Black paw details and pink pads
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Cute white flower accessory above the eye
Cuddly, expressive, and absolutely lovable — this koala cub is ready to melt hearts wherever it goes. 🐨💗
