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Amigurumi Monkey – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Monkey – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Swing into a fun crochet adventure with this Amigurumi Monkey pattern! Whether you’re crafting for little ones, animal lovers, or just looking for a playful new project, this free pattern lets you stitch up an adorable monkey full of character. With its charming round face, curly tail, and tiny gripping hands, this little primate is ready to bring joy to your handmade collection! Perfect for jungle-themed decor, thoughtful gifts, or simply as a cute companion, this amigurumi monkey is sure to brighten any space.

Designed for versatility and creativity, this pattern allows you to play with different shades of brown, add expressive embroidered details, or even accessorize your monkey with a tiny banana or miniature hat! Whether you craft a single cheeky chimp or an entire monkey troop, this crochet project is a delightful way to bring a bit of jungle magic to life—one stitch at a time! 🐵🧶✨

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🐵 Amigurumi Monkey – FREE Crochet Pattern

This sweet amigurumi monkey with a cheeky grin, soft belly, big ears, and wraparound limbs is the perfect cuddly companion! With detailed features like fingers, a snout, and a bright red scarf, this pattern is ideal for makers who love personality-filled plushies.

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – Includes shaping, color changes, and detailed limb and face construction.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 12–14 inches (30–35 cm) tall when seated, using DK or worsted weight yarn and a 2.5–3.5 mm hook.

🧶 Materials

Yarn (DK or Worsted weight):

  • Color A: Dark Brown (Body, limbs, ears, tail)

  • Color B: Beige (Snout, face patch, belly, inner ears, fingers, toes)

  • Color C: Red (Scarf)

  • Black embroidery thread (Brows, mouth)

Other supplies:

  • Crochet hook: 2.5–3.5 mm

  • 10–12 mm safety eyes

  • Stitch marker

  • Tapestry needle

  • Polyfill stuffing

  • Scissors

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
BLO – Back Loop Only
FLO – Front Loop Only

🧑‍🦱 Head (Start with Color A)

  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. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    7–15. sc around (36)

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

  8. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  9. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    — Insert safety eyes between Rounds 11–12, approx. 6–7 sts apart
    — Start stuffing

  10. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

  11. dec x6 (6)
    FO, close and weave in.

👃 Snout (Color B)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
    4–6. sc around (18)
    FO, stuff lightly and sew below the eyes, centered.
    — Embroider a small smile beneath the snout with black thread.

🐒 Ears (Make 2 – Color A and Color B)

Outer Ear (Color A):

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

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

Inner Ear (Color B):
Repeat above steps. Do not FO.
— Place inner ear on outer ear and sc around both pieces to join.
— FO and leave a long tail for sewing.
— Flatten and sew to each side of the head.

👕 Body (Start with Color B for belly)

  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. sc around (30)

  7. Switch to Color A: sc around (30)
    — To change colors: On the last pull-through of the final sc of Color B, use Color A to complete the stitch. Continue in Color A.
    8–16. sc around (30)

  8. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

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

  10. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

  11. dec x6 (6)
    FO and close.

🤲 Arms (Make 2 – Color B for fingers, Color A for arms)

Fingers (Make 4 per arm):

  1. MR, 5 sc (5)
    2–5. sc around (5)
    FO and stuff lightly.

Hand Base (Color B):

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
    4–5. sc around (18)
    — Attach 3 fingers side by side to front edge using whip stitch.
    — Sew the 4th finger on the side as the thumb.

Switch to Color A:
6–20. sc around (18)
FO, stuff lightly, and sew to body near neck/shoulder area.

🦶 Legs (Make 2 – Start with Color B for feet)

Toes (Make 3 per leg):

  1. MR, 5 sc (5)
    2–4. sc around (5)
    FO.

Foot Base (Color B):

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
    4–5. sc around (18)
    — Sew toes to front of foot base.
    Switch to Color A:
    6–18. sc around (18)
    FO, stuff, and attach to body bottom.

🐒 Tail (Color A)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
    2–30+. sc around (6) – Adjust length as desired (approx. 8–10 in.)
    Stuff lightly as you go.
    FO and sew to the back center of the body.

🧣 Scarf (Color C)

  1. Ch 51

  2. sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (50)
    3–4. sc across (50)
    FO and wrap around the monkey’s neck, securing in place or tying loosely.

✂️ Finishing Touches

  • Embroider eyebrows above each eye using black yarn.

  • Use pins to position ears, limbs, and snout before sewing.

  • Adjust stuffing for even shaping.

  • Curl the tail tip if desired for character.

💡 Customization Ideas

  • Add a banana accessory or backpack

  • Use variegated yarn for a playful fur effect

  • Turn it into a keychain or nursery decor

This cheerful monkey is a bundle of personality and love! With huggable arms and a tail made for swinging, he’s ready to play and cuddle all day long! 🐾🍌


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