Bright, mischievous, and full of personality—this Amigurumi Minion crochet pattern brings the lovable yellow troublemakers to life in yarn form! With their signature goggles, tiny overalls, and playful expressions, these little Minions are ready to add a touch of fun to your handmade collection. Whether you’re a longtime Despicable Me fan or simply love crafting character-inspired amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a fantastic way to bring some animated charm to your crochet lineup.
Designed for crocheters of all skill levels, this pattern allows for customization in facial expressions, overall details, and even tiny accessories to match different Minion personalities! Whether displayed as part of a collection, gifted to a fellow fan, or used as a quirky desk companion, these adorable Minions are sure to spread joy. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring these mischievous little helpers to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨🍌
💛 Amigurumi Minion Crochet Pattern
Bring one of the world’s most mischievous little helpers to life with this fun crochet pattern! With his tall yellow body, big goggles, overalls, and cheeky smile, this minion will make any fan’s day brighter.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – requires color changes, sewing parts, and assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 25–30 cm (10–12 in) tall when made with DK yarn and a 3.0–3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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DK or Worsted yarn in:
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Yellow (body, arms, head)
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Blue (overalls)
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Black (shoes, gloves, goggle strap, hair)
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Gray (goggles)
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White (eyes, teeth)
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Brown (iris)
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Pink or red (tongue detail)
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3.0–3.5 mm crochet hook
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20–22 mm safety eyes
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Black embroidery thread (for smile and overall details)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
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MR – Magic Ring
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sc – Single Crochet
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inc – Increase (2 sc in same st)
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dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)
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sl st – Slip Stitch
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ch – Chain
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BLO – Back Loop Only
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FO – Fasten Off
🟡 Body & Head (Yellow)
Worked bottom to top in one piece.
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MR, 6 sc [6]
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inc ×6 [12]
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(1 sc, inc) ×6 [18]
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(2 sc, inc) ×6 [24]
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(3 sc, inc) ×6 [30]
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(4 sc, inc) ×6 [36]
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(5 sc, inc) ×6 [42]
8–55. sc around [42] (this gives the tall oval body shape) -
(5 sc, dec) ×6 [36]
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(4 sc, dec) ×6 [30]
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(3 sc, dec) ×6 [24]
Stuff firmly. -
(2 sc, dec) ×6 [18]
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(1 sc, dec) ×6 [12]
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dec ×6 [6]
FO, weave closed.
👖 Overalls (Blue)
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Join blue yarn at round 20 of the body, work in BLO:
1–3. sc around [42] -
Work 12–14 rows for the bib, sc back and forth in rows, sew to front.
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Straps: ch 12, sc across 2 rows for thickness, sew over shoulders.
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Embroider the “G” logo on the bib with black thread.
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Add small black buttons at corners.
👀 Eyes & Goggles
Eyes (Make 2):
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With white yarn: MR, 6 sc [6]
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inc ×6 [12]
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(1 sc, inc) ×6 [18]
Insert 20–22 mm safety eyes in center, embroider brown iris around.
Goggles (Make 2):
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With gray yarn: ch 18, join in ring.
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Work 5–6 rounds of sc for thick rims.
FO, sew around each eye.
Goggle Band (Black):
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Ch enough to wrap around head.
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Work 3 rows of sc for a thick strap.
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Sew to goggles’ sides.
🧤 Arms (Make 2 – Yellow to Black)
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With yellow: MR, 6 sc [6]
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(1 sc, inc) ×3 [9]
3–13. sc around [9]
Switch to black (gloves):
14–17. sc around [9]
Stuff lightly, FO, and sew to body.
👞 Legs/Shoes (Make 2 – Black)
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MR, 6 sc [6]
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inc ×6 [12]
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(1 sc, inc) ×6 [18]
4–9. sc around [18]
Stuff firmly, FO. Flatten slightly and sew to bottom of body.
😊 Mouth
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Embroider a smile with black thread.
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Add two small white teeth using white yarn.
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Stitch a tiny pink tongue for detail.
🖤 Hair
Cut 4–6 strands of black yarn, about 3–4 cm long. Attach with latch-hook method at top of head.
🎉 Final Touches
Your minion is complete! Adjust the straps and goggles until they sit snugly, and shape the shoes to help him balance. He’s ready to show off his goofy grin and spread some chaos.
You can make more with different facial expressions or accessories to create your own minion squad!
