Get ready to stitch up some magical mischief with the Amigurumi Niffler, a charming little creature inspired by the wizarding world’s most notorious treasure-hunter! 🪙🧶 With his soft black fur, curious snout, and tiny pouch perfect for stashing shiny things, this adorable Niffler is sure to steal hearts—and maybe a few buttons—along the way. Whether you’re crafting for a fantasy fan or adding a touch of enchantment to your own collection, he’s the perfect blend of cuddly and clever.
Ideal for crocheters who love character-rich designs and whimsical details, this pattern invites you to play with textured stitches, expressive features, and optional accessories like coins or trinkets to tuck into his pouch. Make him as a magical desk buddy, a gift for a fellow Potterhead, or a mischievous mascot for your crafting corner. The Amigurumi Niffler is a delightful way to stitch up charm, curiosity, and a whole lot of handmade magic—one loop at a time! ✨🧵
🧶 Amigurumi Niffler Crochet Pattern
This mischievous magical creature loves shiny treasures and warm cuddles! With its oversized snout, floppy ears, layered eyes, and soft paw pads, this Niffler amigurumi is perfect for fantasy fans and plush collectors alike.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Involves multiple parts, shaping, color changes, and layered details.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 30 cm (12 in) tall when made with worsted yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
- Worsted-weight yarn in:
- Black (Main body, limbs, head)
- Beige/tan (Snout, belly, ears, hands, feet, eye accents)
- Optional darker beige/brown (Eye rings)
- 3.5 mm crochet hook
- Safety stuffing: Polyester fiberfill
- Tapestry needle, stitch marker, scissors
- Black yarn/thread (for mouth)
🧵 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
Pattern Instructions
🔹 Head (Black)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
- (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
8–14. sc around (42) - (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
- (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
- (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- dec x9 (9)
Stuff firmly, FO.
🔹 Snout (Tan, Wide & Flat)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–8. sc around (30) - (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
- (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff lightly, FO.
👉 Sew centered on face, just below eyes, stuffing firmly at edges for a bulbous look.
🔹 Eyes (Crocheted Layered Eyes)
Outer Eye (Tan):
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
FO.
Optional Eye Ring (Darker Beige/Brown):
- MR, 6 sc (6) → inc x6 (12). FO.
Pupil (Black):
- MR, 6 sc (6). FO.
👉 Sew black pupil to center, darker ring on top (optional), then tan outer. Attach eyes evenly spaced above snout.
🔹 Body (Black with Tan Belly)
With tan:
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
- (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
8–12. sc around (42)
Switch to black:
13–22. sc around (42)
23. (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
24. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
25. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
26. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
27. (sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff firmly, FO.
🔹 Belly Patch (Large, Jagged Oval)
With tan:
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–7. sc around (30)
👉 Jagged edge:
Row 8: (sc in next st, ch 2, sl st in same st) repeat around, spacing every 2–3 sts.
FO. Sew to belly front, reaching from chest to lower body.
🔹 Ears (Make 2 – Black Outer, Tan Inner)
Outer (Black):
- ch 11
- Work around both sides: sc in 2nd ch, 8 sc, 3 sc in last ch, rotate, 8 sc, inc (22)
- (inc, 9 sc, inc, 9 sc, inc) (25)
- sc around (25)
FO.
Inner (Tan):
Repeat same, stop after Round 3 (smaller).
👉 Sew inner ear to outer. Flatten and attach low on head sides so ears flop down.
🔹 Arms (Make 2 – Tan Paws → Black Arms)
With tan:
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- sc around (12)
Switch to black:
4–14. sc around (12)
FO, stuff lightly. Sew to upper body sides.
🔹 Legs (Make 2 – Tan Pads → Black Legs)
With tan:
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–6. sc around (18)
Switch to black:
7–12. sc around (18)
FO, stuff firmly. Flatten slightly and sew to bottom of body.
🔹 Details
- Embroider small smile below snout.
- Add 2–3 yarn strands on head top for tufted hair.
- Optional: crochet a tiny gold coin or treasure to place in hands.
🪡 Assembly
- Sew snout to center of head.
- Attach layered eyes above snout.
- Sew head to body.
- Attach belly patch.
- Sew arms to body sides.
- Attach legs at bottom.
- Sew ears on sides, flopping downward.
- Add tuft of hair and embroider mouth.
✨ Finishing Touch
Your Niffler is now ready to guard (or steal!) treasures! With floppy ears, a big snout, and layered eyes, it looks exactly like the photo and will be adored by fantasy fans.
