Sneak some clever charm into your crochet collection with this Amigurumi Nick Wilde the Sly Fox pattern! Inspired by the witty and charismatic fox from Zootopia, this pattern brings Nick to life with his signature smirk, green shirt, and laid-back attitude. Whether you’re crafting for a fan of the film, building a character-themed display, or simply love foxes with flair, Nick Wilde is ready to scamper into your heart—one stitch at a time. 🧶🦊🎬
Designed for personality and detail, this pattern invites you to explore expressive features, poseable limbs, and fun extras like a tiny tie, badge, or even a donut prop for added mischief. Customize his colors or pair him with a Judy Hopps amigurumi for the ultimate buddy cop scene. Whether perched on a shelf, nestled in a gift basket, or starring in a handmade tribute to cleverness and charm, this Nick Wilde Amigurumi is a joyful and satisfying project—perfect for stitching up a little handmade hustle, one loop at a time! 💖✨🕶️
🦊 Amigurumi Nick Wilde the Sly Fox (Zootopia-Inspired) Crochet Pattern
Bring the charismatic con-fox to life with this detailed amigurumi pattern inspired by Nick Wilde from Zootopia! From his iconic smug expression to his green shirt and purple tie, this plush is perfect for Disney fans or character collectors. The design includes shaping for the snout, eyebrows, shirt collar, bushy tail, and paws.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate to Advanced – Includes color changes, shaping, clothing details, and facial embroidery.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) tall with DK yarn and a 2.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
- Yarn (DK weight or similar):
- Body: Rust orange
- Snout, cheeks, ear insides: Cream/white
- Shirt: Light green
- Pants: Beige
- Paws, eyebrows, socks: Dark brown
- Tie: Purple
- Belt: Brown
- Tail tip: White
- Nose: Black
- Eye embroidery: White, green, black
- 2.5 mm crochet hook
- 8 mm safety eyes or embroidery floss
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
- Wire (optional for arms and tail shaping)
- Polyfill stuffing
- Optional: hot glue for securing small details
🧵 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 (Rust Orange)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–14. sc around (30) - (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
- (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Insert safety eyes or embroider after shaping - (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff firmly - dec x6 (6)
FO, weave shut
🐽 Snout (Cream)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- sc around
- (2 sc, dec) x4, 2 sc (14)
- sc around
Stuff lightly, sew to front of head
Nose:
MR, 5 sc in black yarn, sew to tip
Embroider mouth with black thread
👂 Ears (Make 2 – Rust Outside, Cream Inside)
Outer (Rust):
- MR, 5 sc
- (1 sc, inc) x2, 1 sc (7)
3–6. sc around
FO
Inner (Cream):
Same as outer, 1 round shorter
Sew cream inside rust
Pinch base to shape ear curve
Sew to head sides
🧑🦰 Eyebrows (Brown – Make 2)
Ch 5, sl st back
FO, sew arched above eyes
👕 Body & Shirt (Start in skin, change to green)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–6. sc around
Change to green
7–15. sc around (form shirt) - Create shirt flaps:
- Ch 5 on front center
- Skip 2, sl st back to base
Repeat on opposite side for “collar”
- FO, stuff firmly, attach to head
👔 Tie (Purple)
- Ch 18, sl st back
- Braid middle section (or embroider texture)
- Wrap short ch loop around top for knot
Sew under collar
👖 Pants/Legs (Make 2 – Beige to Dark Brown)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
3–5. sc around (beige)
6–9. Change to brown, sc around
Stuff, sew legs to body base
Belt (Brown)
- Ch 20–22
- Wrap around waist
- Add belt loops (ch 3) at sides
💪 Arms (Make 2 – Rust Orange → Green Shirt → Brown Paw)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18) – optional for upper bicep
4–5. sc (Rust) - Change to green (shirt)
7–9. sc around - Change to brown (paws)
11–14. sc around
Stuff lightly, sew to body with paws on hips
🦊 Tail (Rust → White Tip)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–10. sc around - Switch to white
12–14. sc around
Stuff lightly
FO, sew to back of body
✂️ Finishing Details
- Embroider green half-lidded eyes with white, black, and green yarn
- Add eye whites below the iris to complete Nick’s “meh” expression
- Use blush or pink pastel on cheeks if desired
- Angle eyebrows and eye shape for signature smug look
💡 Display Ideas
- Pair with a Judy Hopps plush
- Add a felt popsicle accessory or tax form as a nod to Nick’s antics
- Display on a wooden base for stability
This mischievous fox will be the star of your handmade collection. With his layered outfit and expressive face, Nick Wilde is both a challenge and a delight to crochet! 🦊💼🧶
