Brighten up your crochet collection with this Amigurumi Lemon pattern! Whether you’re crafting for food-themed decor, playful gifts, or simply love making adorable amigurumi designs, this free pattern lets you stitch up a cheerful lemon bursting with personality. With its vibrant yellow color, cute little leaf, and soft texture, this crochet lemon captures the essence of freshness and fun in every stitch. Perfect for gifting to fellow crochet lovers, decorating a kitchen space, or simply celebrating the joy of handmade creations, this amigurumi lemon is sure to bring smiles—one stitch at a time! 🍋✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of yellow, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a happy face or a miniature basket for extra charm. Craft a classic bright lemon, create a pastel version for a softer aesthetic, or even stitch up a full set of citrus fruits for a delightful display! Whether gifted as a whimsical keepsake, displayed as a quirky accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Lemon is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade sunshine to every stitch! 🧶💛
🍋 Amigurumi Lemon with Leaves Crochet Pattern
Add a little zest to your crochet collection with this irresistibly cute Amigurumi Lemon Plushie! Featuring glossy safety eyes, oversized leaves, and a bright yellow body, this citrus friend is perfect as a desk companion, playroom pal, or cheerful gift.
✨ Skill Level
Beginner – Simple sphere construction, easy shaping, and basic leaf applique.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 5–6 inches (12–15 cm) tall using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
Yarn (Worsted weight preferred):
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Color A: Yellow (lemon body)
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Color B: Green (leaves and stem)
Other Supplies:
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Crochet hook: 3.5 mm
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10–12 mm safety eyes (or black felt circles)
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Polyfill stuffing
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Optional: white yarn for leaf edge contrast or eye highlights
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
🍋 Lemon Body (Color A)
Work in a spiral.
Round 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
Round 2: inc x6 (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
Round 5: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
Round 6: (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
Round 7: (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
Round 8: (6 sc, inc) x6 (48)
Rounds 9–22: sc around (48)
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 13–14, approx. 10 stitches apart.
Stuff as you go.
Round 23: (6 sc, dec) x6 (42)
Round 24: (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
Round 25: (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
Round 26: (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Round 27: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Round 28: (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Round 29: dec x6 (6)
FO, weave yarn tail through front loops and pull to close.
🍃 Leaves (Make 2 – Color B)
Ch 12
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next 2, dc in next 5, hdc, sc, 3 sc in last stitch. Continue on other side:
sc, hdc, dc x5, hdc x2, sc, sl st.
FO, leave a long tail for sewing.
Optional: Use white yarn to embroider or surface crochet a leaf vein or edge border.
🌱 Stem (Color B)
Ch 7, starting in 2nd ch from hook:
sc 6
FO and roll into a tight stem. Stitch both leaves to base of stem and sew the whole cluster to the top of the lemon.
✂️ Finishing Touches
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Embroider a small highlight in the eyes with white thread or add a tiny piece of white felt
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Use blush or pink thread to add cheeks under the eyes
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Shape the lemon slightly oval by pinching the ends during stuffing
💡 Customization Ideas
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Make a set in citrus colors: orange, lime, and grapefruit!
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Add a tiny bow or tag that says “Freshly Picked”
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Turn it into a keychain or baby rattle with a rattle insert
This Amigurumi Lemon is bright, bouncy, and full of personality—an uplifting handmade companion for all ages! 🍋💛
