Oh my goodness, have you ever tried making an amigurumi? It’s like crafting your very own tiny world of cuteness! These adorable crocheted creatures, especially the Om Nom from the game “Cut the Rope,” are such a delightful escape into creativity. π There’s something magical about watching a simple skein of yarn transform into a charming character that brings smiles to everyone who sees it. The appeal of amigurumi is undeniable; it combines the soothing rhythm of crochet with the joyful anticipation of seeing your cuddly creation come to life. Not to mention, they make for the perfect handmade gift, filled with love and personality! π
Getting started on an Om Nom amigurumi pattern is a journey that any crochet enthusiast would relish. It all begins with selecting the perfect yarnβsoft, vibrant, and ready to be turned into something special. π§Ά Then, with hook in hand, you embark on this delightful adventure, following a pattern designed to guide you through each ingenious stitch and technique. The sense of accomplishment as Om Nom starts to take shape is simply exhilarating. With each round, you breathe life into this beloved character, adding details like those signature eyes and that wide, joyful mouth. And before you know it, you’ve created a little crochet companion that’s ready to spread joy and fun wherever it goes! π
π© Amigurumi Om Nom Donut Buddy Pattern
β¨ Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate
π Finished Size
Approximately 7β9 inches (18β23 cm) tall
π§Ά Materials
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Worsted weight yarn:
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Pink (frosting & limbs)
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Yellow (base donut body)
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Beige (face center)
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Assorted colors for sprinkles
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2.5β3.5 mm crochet hook
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12 mm safety eyes
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Black embroidery thread (for mouth)
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Tapestry needle, scissors, stitch marker
π§΅ Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR β Magic Ring
sc β Single Crochet
inc β Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec β Decrease (sc2tog)
sl st β Slip Stitch
ch β Chain
FO β Fasten Off
π© Body
Start with yellow (bottom donut base):
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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)
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(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
8β15. sc around (42)
Switch to pink (top frosting):
16β25. sc around (42)
Stuff firmly.
26. (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
27. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
28. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
29. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
30. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
31. dec x6 (6)
FO and close the hole.
π Face Patch
With beige:
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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)
FO, leave long tail for sewing.
Sew to the middle of the pink part of the body.
Attach safety eyes between Rounds 2 and 3, about 6β7 sts apart.
Embroider a simple smile below the eyes.
πͺ Arms (Make 2)
With pink:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3β7. sc around (12)
Stuff lightly.
Flatten and FO with a tail to sew to sides.
𦡠Legs (Make 2)
With pink:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3β5. sc around (12)
Stuff.
FO and sew to the bottom front of the body.
β¨ Sprinkles (Optional but Fun!)
With bright colors (yellow, blue, green, purple, white):
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ch 6, sl st in 2nd ch from hook and across (5 sl st total)
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FO and cut yarn
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Sew onto the frosting section randomly to look like sprinkles.
π§· Assembly
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Sew face patch on front.
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Attach arms to sides.
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Attach legs to base.
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Sew sprinkles all over the top.
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Add blush spots with light pink yarn (optional).
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Weave in all ends securely.
π Done!
Youβve now completed the cutest sprinkle-covered Amigurumi Om Nom! Perfect as a gift, desk buddy, or shelf candy.