Bring a little grumpy charm to your crochet collection with this Amigurumi Oscar the Grouch in Trash Can pattern! With his signature fuzzy green fur, expressive unibrow, and cozy silver can, this lovable grouch is ready to pop into your heart—trash and all. Whether you’re crafting for a Sesame Street fan, adding a nostalgic touch to your decor, or just love quirky characters, this pattern lets you stitch up a classic with attitude and personality. It’s a playful and nostalgic project that’s sure to spark smiles and maybe a few giggles. 🗑️💚🎭
Designed for fun and flair, this pattern invites you to play with textured yarns, bold facial features, and clever construction to bring Oscar to life. Add details like a lid that lifts, a scruffy eyebrow, or even a banana peel for extra storytelling magic. Whether he’s perched on a shelf, gifted to a fellow fan, or made just for the joy of it, this Amigurumi Oscar the Grouch in Trash Can is a delightful and satisfying project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade mischief to every stitch! 🧶💖🌟
🗑️ Amigurumi Oscar the Grouch Crochet Pattern
Bring everyone’s favorite grumpy resident of Sesame Street to life with this lovable amigurumi Oscar the Grouch pattern! Perched in his crocheted trash can with tangled green yarn “fur,” a bright pink tongue, bushy eyebrows, and even a banana peel and apple core by his side — this project is full of playful personality and textural fun.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Some shaping, facial feature placement, and basic assembly skills required.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 8–10 inches (20–25 cm) tall using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm crochet hook.
🧶 Materials
- Worsted weight yarn in:
- Green (Oscar’s body)
- Black (inside mouth)
- Red (tongue)
- White (eyeballs)
- Brown (eyebrows)
- Grey (trash can)
- Yellow & White (banana peel)
- Red & White (apple core)
- 3.5 mm crochet hook
- Safety eyes (or black yarn to embroider pupils)
- Yarn needle
- Stitch markers
- Polyester stuffing
- Scissors
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
🟢 Head and Body (Green)
Work in continuous spiral.
Head:
MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
(6 sc, inc) x6 (48)
R9–18. sc around (48)
Begin shaping neck and torso:
19. (6 sc, dec) x6 (42)
20. (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
21. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
22. sc around (30)
23. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
24–28. sc around (24)
29. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
30–32. sc around (18) – Stuff firmly
33. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
34. dec x6 (6)
FO and close.
😛 Mouth & Tongue
Mouth (Black):
Use black yarn.
Ch 10, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (9)
R2–5. sc across (9)
FO, leave long tail to sew.
Sew this inside the head, horizontally across the bottom 1/3 of the head opening. This means it should start around Round 5 from the bottom of the head. Attach mouth before stuffing head fully.
Tongue (Red):
MR, 6 sc
(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
R3. sc around
FO, flatten into a heart shape. Stitch into center of black mouth.
👀 Eyes (Make 2)
Whites:
With white yarn:
MR, 6 sc
inc x6 (12)
R3. sc around
FO.
Pupils:
Use black yarn or glue safety eyes into center of each eye.
Sew eyes just above the mouth, slightly angled to look “grumpy.”
🟤 Eyebrows (Make 2)
Ch 7, sc in 2nd ch and across (6)
R2. sc across (6)
FO and sew above each eye with a slight slant.
Tip: Use brown fuzzy yarn to create the thick, bushy look. Slightly fray the surface with a comb if desired.
🧶 Hair / Fur
Cut 30–40 strands of green yarn (each approx. 5–6 inches). Use a hook or tapestry needle to loop and pull them through the top of Oscar’s head, creating that iconic shaggy mop. Gently tug and curl the ends for texture.
💪 Arms (Make 2)
Start with green yarn.
MR, 6 sc
inc x6 (12)
R3–6. sc around (12)
R7. (2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
R8–12. sc around (9)
Stuff lightly, FO, and sew to body at shoulder level, angled forward.
🗑️ Trash Can Base
Can (Grey):
MR, 6 sc
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
(6 sc, inc) x6 (48)
R9–28. sc around (48)
FO, weave in ends.
Lid (Grey):
MR, 6 sc
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
R8. BLO sc around (42)
R9. sc around
Ch 8, sl st to same stitch to form handle
FO and weave in.
🍌 Banana Peel
With yellow and white yarn:
Ch 6, sc across, turn
Repeat 2–3 more rows.
Make 3–4 peel sections by chaining and single crocheting short strips.
Sew to base. Use green or brown yarn tip for stem.
🍎 Apple Core
MR with red yarn, 6 sc
inc x6 (12)
Switch to white:
R3–5. sc around (12)
Switch to red:
R6. (2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
R7. sc around
FO and flatten. Embroider seeds with black yarn.
🧵 Assembly Tips
- Attach mouth before stuffing head fully. Helps keep shape.
- Position eyes and eyebrows for Oscar’s iconic annoyed look.
- Insert Oscar into can and stitch around waist to secure.
- Lean lid at side or attach loosely.
- Sew banana peel and apple core next to the can for extra charm.
This Oscar the Grouch amigurumi is not only nostalgic but full of fun textures and props — perfect for play or display! He may be grumpy, but he’ll leave a smile on your face! 🗑️💚
