Quirky, mischievous, and full of handcrafted charm—this Amigurumi Mad Frankenstein crochet pattern is a playful twist on the classic monster! With its wild tufts of hair, stitched details, and expressive grin, this design blends eerie fun with a touch of whimsical madness. Whether you’re crafting for Halloween, a themed décor piece, or simply love unconventional amigurumi, this FREE pattern is sure to stand out.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in facial expressions, stitch details, and even tiny accessories to enhance its personality. Choose classic green hues for a traditional Frankenstein look or experiment with bold colors for a quirky twist! Whether displayed as part of a spooky setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi Mad Frankenstein is ready to bring some eerie charm. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this delightfully mad creation to life! ⚡🧶✨
🧟 Amigurumi Mad Frankenstein – FREE Crochet Pattern
Bring Halloween to life with this adorable Mad Frankenstein amigurumi! 🧠💚 This spooky-yet-sweet monster is full of personality with stitched scars, a jagged hairline, and signature neck bolts. He makes a perfect seasonal decoration or a fun gift for horror fans of all ages. Whether you’re decorating a haunted shelf or crafting for a themed party, this friendly Frankenstein is stitched to charm! 🎃✨
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Involves shaping, color changes, facial embroidery, and sewing on multiple parts.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 10 inches (25 cm) tall when using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Worsted weight yarn in:
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Green (skin)
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Black (hair & patches)
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Orange (hair trim)
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Grey (neck bolts)
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3.5 mm crochet hook
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12 mm safety eyes
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Embroidery thread (black) for mouth & scars
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Polyfill stuffing
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Stitch markers
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Tapestry needle
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Scissors
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
🧠 Head
With Green:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
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(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
8–16. sc around (42)
– Insert safety eyes between Rnds 10–11, about 6 sts apart
– Embroider scar and smile with black thread -
(5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
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(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
– Stuff firmly -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO and close.
🦲 Hair Cap
With Black:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
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(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
8–10. sc around (42)
FO, leave a long tail for sewing to the head.
With Orange, embroider a zigzag pattern around the edge for a stitched hairline.
🦴 Neck Bolts (Make 2)
With Grey:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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sc around (6) for 3 rounds
FO and leave a long tail to sew to the neck sides.
👂 Ears (Make 2)
With Green:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
3–4. sc around (12)
FO and flatten. Sew to sides of head below eye level.
💪 Arms (Make 2)
With Green:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
3–20. sc around (12)
Add Black patches randomly on arms in the last few rounds (embroider or surface crochet).
Stuff lightly and sew to sides of body.
🧍 Body
With Green:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–20. sc around (36)
Add small Black patches in random places -
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
– Stuff firmly -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
FO, leave long tail for sewing head.
🦶 Legs (Make 2)
With Green:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–10. sc around (18)
Stuff and sew to bottom of body for seated position.
✂️ Assembly
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Sew hair cap onto top of head, slightly overhanging the forehead.
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Attach ears on both sides of head.
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Embroider orange zigzag hair trim.
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Attach neck bolts at sides of neck.
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Attach head to body securely.
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Sew arms and legs in place.
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Embroider any additional stitches or scars on body for extra character.
💡 Customization Ideas
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Add small stitches with red yarn for a “freshly stitched” monster look
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Use glow-in-the-dark yarn for a spooky nighttime effect
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Add a tiny Halloween cape or bowtie
Your Mad Frankenstein is ready to haunt your crochet corner with cuteness! Whether he’s perched on a pumpkin or guarding a candy bowl, he’s sure to get attention! 🧶🧟♂️