Bring the legendary Mothman to life with this Amigurumi Mothman crochet pattern! 👁️✨ With its glowing red eyes, mysterious wings, and cryptid charm, this design captures the eerie yet adorable essence of the folklore icon in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a spooky décor piece, a cryptid-themed collection, or simply love mythical-inspired amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a fantastic addition to your projects.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in wing textures, eye details, and even tiny accessories like a miniature lantern or a shadowy perch to enhance its enigmatic presence. Choose classic blacks and greys for a traditional look or experiment with deep purples and blues for a mystical twist! Whether displayed as part of a supernatural setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi Mothman is sure to intrigue. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this cryptid to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
🦋 Amigurumi Mothman Pattern
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 25–30 cm (10–12 in) tall
🧵 Skill Level
Intermediate (easy body, slight complexity in wings & antennae)
🧶 Materials Needed
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Yarn (Worsted or DK weight):
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Olive green (body, limbs, antennae)
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Lavender or dusty pink (wings)
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2.5–3.0 mm crochet hook
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14 mm safety eyes (black glossy)
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Yarn needle
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Stitch marker
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Optional: wire for shaping antennae
✨ 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 one st)
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dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
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ch – Chain
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sl st – Slip stitch
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FO – Fasten off
🧠 Head (Green)
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MR, 6 sc
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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
7–16. sc around (36)
Place safety eyes between Rounds 10–11, 8 stitches apart -
(4 sc, dec) x6 = 30
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(3 sc, dec) x6 = 24
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(2 sc, dec) x6 = 18
Stuff firmly -
(1 sc, dec) x6 = 12
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dec x6 = 6
FO and weave in end
🧍 Body (Green)
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MR, 6 sc
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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
6–16. sc around (30) -
(3 sc, dec) x6 = 24
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(2 sc, dec) x6 = 18
Stuff firmly -
(1 sc, dec) x6 = 12
FO, leave long tail and sew to head
💪 Arms (Make 2, Green)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 = 12
3–9. sc around (12)
Stuff lightly -
Flatten and sc across
FO, leave tail and sew to body
🦶 Legs (Make 2, Green)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 = 12
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(1 sc, inc) x6 = 18
4–7. sc around (18) -
(1 sc, dec) x6 = 12
9–10. sc around (12)
Stuff well -
Flatten and sc across
FO, sew to base of body
🧠 Antennae (Make 2, Green)
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Ch 21
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sc in 2nd ch from hook and across = 20
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Sl st down the chain (optional for structure)
Roll one end into a spiral, sew both to head top
(You can insert thin wire before rolling to allow shaping.)
🪽 Wings (Make 2, Pink or Lavender Yarn)
Upper Wing:
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Ch 16
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sc in 2nd ch from hook and across = 15
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Turn, ch 1, (inc, sc)x7, sc in last = 22
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Turn, ch 1, sc across = 22
FO
Lower Wing:
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Ch 12
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sc in 2nd ch from hook and across = 11
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Turn, ch 1, (inc, sc)x5, sc in last = 16
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Turn, ch 1, sc across = 16
FO
Sew upper and lower wings together at an angle to form the Mothman silhouette
Then attach both sets to back of body
🪡 Final Touches
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Embroider a small smile in grey or white
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Add blush or shading for cheeks (optional)
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Slightly curl antennae forward for charm