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Amigurumi Mothman – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Mothman – FREE Crochet Pattern
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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! 🧶✨

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🦋 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

  • Yarn (Worsted or DK weight):

    • Olive green (body, limbs, antennae)

    • Lavender or dusty pink (wings)

  • 2.5–3.0 mm crochet hook

  • 14 mm safety eyes (black glossy)

  • Fiberfill stuffing

  • Yarn needle

  • Stitch marker

  • Optional: wire for shaping antennae

✨ Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • MR – Magic Ring

  • sc – Single crochet

  • inc – Increase (2 sc in one st)

  • dec – Decrease (sc2tog)

  • ch – Chain

  • sl st – Slip stitch

  • FO – Fasten off

🧠 Head (Green)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  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
    7–16. sc around (36)
    Place safety eyes between Rounds 10–11, 8 stitches apart

  7. (4 sc, dec) x6 = 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 weave in end

🧍 Body (Green)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 = 12

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 = 18

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 = 24

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 = 30
    6–16. sc around (30)

  6. (3 sc, dec) x6 = 24

  7. (2 sc, dec) x6 = 18
    Stuff firmly

  8. (1 sc, dec) x6 = 12
    FO, leave long tail and sew to head

💪 Arms (Make 2, Green)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 = 12
    3–9. sc around (12)
    Stuff lightly

  3. Flatten and sc across
    FO, leave tail and sew to body

🦶 Legs (Make 2, Green)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 = 12

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 = 18
    4–7. sc around (18)

  4. (1 sc, dec) x6 = 12
    9–10. sc around (12)
    Stuff well

  5. Flatten and sc across
    FO, sew to base of body

🧠 Antennae (Make 2, Green)

  1. Ch 21

  2. sc in 2nd ch from hook and across = 20

  3. 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:

  1. Ch 16

  2. sc in 2nd ch from hook and across = 15

  3. Turn, ch 1, (inc, sc)x7, sc in last = 22

  4. Turn, ch 1, sc across = 22
    FO

Lower Wing:

  1. Ch 12

  2. sc in 2nd ch from hook and across = 11

  3. Turn, ch 1, (inc, sc)x5, sc in last = 16

  4. 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

  • Embroider a small smile in grey or white

  • Add blush or shading for cheeks (optional)

  • Slightly curl antennae forward for charm


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