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Amigurumi Lobster – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Lobster – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Bring the quirky charm of a Lobster to life with this Amigurumi Lobster crochet pattern! 🦞✨ With its detailed claws, segmented body, and playful antennae, this design captures the essence of this fascinating sea creature in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for an ocean-inspired décor piece, a heartfelt gift, or simply love marine-themed amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a fantastic addition to your collection.

Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in claw shapes, body textures, and even tiny accessories like embroidered details or a miniature coral reef setting to enhance its personality. Choose classic reds and oranges for a realistic look or experiment with bold hues for a whimsical twist! Whether displayed as part of an underwater setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi lobster is sure to impress.

Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this delightful crustacean to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨

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🦞 Amigurumi Lobster Crochet Pattern

Get ready to hook some seaside charm with this adorable Amigurumi Lobster! With chunky claws, segmented tail, and wiggly legs, this crustacean is the perfect ocean-themed companion. Whether you’re crafting a sea creature collection or just want to add some red-hot fun to your amigurumi lineup, this lobster is a total catch!

✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes basic shaping, claws, limbs, tail segmentation, and antennae.

📏 Finished Size
Approximately 8–10 inches (20–25 cm) long using worsted-weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.

🧶 Materials
Yarn (Worsted weight):

  • Red (Main body, claws, limbs, tail)

  • Black (Embroidery thread for mouth or safety eyes)

Other materials:

  • 3.5 mm crochet hook

  • Safety eyes (10–12 mm)

  • Stitch marker

  • Tapestry needle

  • Polyfill stuffing

  • Pipe cleaners (optional for antennae)

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off

🧠 Head & Body (Worked in One Piece)

Use red yarn:

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

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

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    6–10. sc around (30)

  6. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
    12–14. sc around (24)
    – Insert safety eyes between Rounds 7–8, approx. 6–7 stitches apart

  7. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    16–17. sc around (18)

  8. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
    – Stuff firmly
    19–21. sc around (12)

  9. (2 sc, inc) x3 (15)
    23–25. sc around (15)

  10. (2 sc, dec) x3 (12)

  11. dec x6 (6)
    FO and weave end to close.

🦞 Claws (Make 2)

Use red yarn:

Large Side of Claw:

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–4. sc around (12)

  3. (2 sc, inc) x4 (16)
    6–8. sc around (16)
    FO and set aside.

Small Side of Claw:

  1. MR, 5 sc (5)

  2. inc x5 (10)
    3–4. sc around (10)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x5 (15)
    6–7. sc around (15)
    FO.

Join Claw Halves:

  • Sew the small half to the larger half at an angle.

  • Stuff lightly before fully closing.

  • Sew to either side of the body near Round 7.

🦐 Legs (Make 6)

Use red yarn:

  1. ch 10

  2. sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc across (9)
    FO, leave tail. Curve slightly and sew evenly on each side of the body (3 per side).

🧶 Tail Segments (Make 3)

Segment 1 (closest to body):

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. sc around (12)
    FO.

Segment 2:
Repeat as above, slightly stuffing and sewing behind Segment 1.

Segment 3 (tail tip):
Same as above, flatten slightly for point. Add optional ruffle:

  • Attach yarn to edge and ch 2, sl st in next st around for a frilly tail fin look.

Sew all segments in line from rear body to tail tip.

🧵 Antennae (Make 2)

Use red yarn or pipe cleaner wrapped with red yarn:

  1. ch 20–25

  2. sl st back across
    FO and attach above eyes.

✂️ Finishing Touches

  • Curve claws slightly inward for personality

  • Arrange and sew legs in slightly outward angles

  • Add simple straight black stitched line for mouth

  • Lightly press body into gentle arc for realism

💡 Customization Ideas

  • Add a tiny chef hat or apron for a kitchen theme

  • Make a keychain-sized version with thinner yarn

  • Use variegated yarn for a coral reef vibe

  • Crochet matching sea friends like a crab or jellyfish

This lovable lobster is bursting with personality and perfect for ocean-themed gifts, décor, or playsets. Hook it and cook up some cuteness! 🧶🦞


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