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Amigurumi Lizard – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Lizard – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Oh, the joy of crafting small, cuddly creatures from yarn! There’s something truly magical about creating amigurumi, especially when it’s a lizard with its quirky features and vibrant colors. 🦎 Amigurumi, the Japanese art of crocheting small stuffed toys, has an irresistible charm. It’s a delightful blend of creativity and whimsy, where each stitch brings your little critter to life. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, the process is as satisfying as the finished product. Imagine giving your lizard a personality with shades of green, yellow, or even a dash of purple. The choice is yours, and each decision adds a personal touch that makes your amigurumi truly unique.

Embarking on creating an amigurumi lizard pattern is like setting out on a playful adventure. First, I gather my materials, selecting the softest yarn and the right-sized hook to ensure a perfect balance of sturdiness and cuddliness. 🧶 The next step involves sketching a simple design or finding inspiration from existing patterns, tweaking them to capture the essence of a lizard’s elongated body and charming eyes. As I crochet, I delight in watching the creature take shape, from its delicate limbs to its expressive face. Stuffing it with care, I finish with those adorable details, like tiny embroidered eyes, bringing this little reptile to life. The entire process is not only fun but immensely rewarding, leaving me with a sense of accomplishment and a new, handmade companion.

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🦎 Lizard Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

🧶 Skill Level: Intermediate

📏 Finished Size: ~25–30 cm (10–12″) sitting

🧵 Yarn: Worsted/DK cotton

  • Green (body)

  • Beige (belly/mouth)

  • Orange (eyelid area)

  • Black safety eyes (14–16 mm or crochet/embroider eyes)

🪡 Abbreviations (US)

  • MR – Magic Ring

  • sc – Single Crochet

  • inc – Increase

  • dec – Decrease

  • BLO – Back Loop Only

  • ch – Chain

  • sl st – Slip Stitch

  • FO – Fasten Off

🧠 Head

Green Yarn

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. [sc, inc] x6 (18)

  4. [2 sc, inc] x6 (24)

  5. [3 sc, inc] x6 (30)

  6. [4 sc, inc] x6 (36)
    7–12. sc around (36)

  7. [4 sc, dec] x6 (30)

  8. [3 sc, dec] x6 (24)
    Insert eyes between R10–11, 12–14 sts apart

  9. [2 sc, dec] x6 (18)
    Stuff firmly

  10. [sc, dec] x6 (12)

  11. dec x6 (6), FO

😊 Mouthpiece

Beige Yarn

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. [sc, inc] x6 (18)
    4–5. sc around (18)
    Flatten to an oval shape and sew onto the lower front of the head.

👁 Eye Ridges (Make 2)

Orange Yarn

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. [inc] x6 (12)

  3. sc around (12)
    FO and sew around the top/outer edge of each eye.

🐊 Body

Beige Yarn (belly):

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. [sc, inc] x6 (18)

  4. [2 sc, inc] x6 (24)
    Switch to green yarn
    5–12. sc around (24)

  5. [2 sc, dec] x6 (18)
    14–16. sc around (18)
    Stuff and FO

✋ Arms (x2)

Green Yarn

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. [sc, inc] x3 (9)
    3–20. sc around (9)
    Stuff lightly, bend slightly at middle
    FO and sew under shoulder area

Toes:
Ch 4, sl st back down chain. Repeat 3–4 times per hand. Attach in a fan shape.

🦶 Legs (x2)

Green Yarn

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. [sc, inc] x3 (9)
    3–22. sc around (9)
    Stuff and FO

Toes:
Same as arms. Chain 4–5, repeat for 3 toes. Attach in curve.

🦎 Tail

  1. MR, 6 sc
    2–4. sc around (6)

  2. [sc, inc] x3 (9)
    6–12. sc around (9)

  3. [2 sc, inc] x3 (12)
    14–25. sc around (12)
    Stuff as you go, FO

🧩 Assembly

  • Sew head to body

  • Position arms outward; sew firmly

  • Sew legs in bent, seated pose

  • Attach tail at back base

  • Sew or embroider smile and nostrils if desired


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