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Float into cuteness with this Amigurumi Otter Holding Flowers crochet pattern! With its sweet little face, soft paws, and a delicate bouquet clutched close to its chest, this lovable otter is ready to melt hearts. Whether you’re crafting a thoughtful gift, adding a touch of woodland whimsy to your decor, or simply adore animal-inspired amigurumi, this pattern lets you stitch up a charming friend full of warmth and personality. It’s a delightful way to celebrate kindness, love, or just the joy of handmade cuteness. 🦦💐✨

Designed for customization, this pattern invites you to play with soft neutrals, pastel florals, or even bold, vibrant hues to make your otter truly one of a kind. Add embroidered details, a tiny bow, or even a heart-shaped flower for extra flair. Whether you’re creating a keepsake for someone special or just indulging in a cozy crochet session, this Amigurumi Otter Holding Flowers is a joyful and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade tenderness to every stitch! 🧶💖🌸

A handmade crochet otter holding a small bouquet of white flowers, sitting on a pink crocheted doily with blurred green and white flowers in the background.

🦦 Amigurumi Otter Holding Flowers Crochet Pattern

If you’re looking for the sweetest handmade companion, this amigurumi otter with a bouquet is the perfect project. With its big oval face patches, tiny rounded ears, long tail, and a bunch of daisies held gently in its arms, this otter makes a heartwarming gift for loved ones or a beautiful woodland display piece.

Follow along to create your own cuddly otter friend holding a bunch of flowers! 🌼💗

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – Involves shaping, color changes, embroidery, and sewing multiple parts.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 7–9 inches (18–23 cm) tall when using DK yarn and a 2.5 mm hook.

🧶 Materials

DK or light worsted yarn in:
- Brown (Main body, arms, legs, tail)
- Beige or Cream (Face patches, belly, muzzle)
- Dark Brown (Nose, paw embroidery)
- Green (Flower stems)
- White & Yellow (Flowers)
Crochet hook: 2.5 mm
8 mm safety eyes
Polyester fiberfill stuffing
Tapestry needle & stitch markers
Optional: Floral wire for stiff flower stems
White nylon thread, fishing line, or whisker thread

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc two stitches together)
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
BLO – Back Loop Only

🐾 Head (Brown)

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]
7–14. sc around [36]
(4 sc, dec) x6 [30]
(3 sc, dec) x6 [24]
– Insert safety eyes between Rnds 8–9, spaced about 6–7 sts apart.
(2 sc, dec) x6 [18] – Stuff firmly.
(1 sc, dec) x6 [12]
dec x6 [6], FO and close.

🐾 Face Patches (Make 2 – Cream/Beige)

These oval patches surround the eyes.

MR, 6 sc [6]
inc x6 [12]
(1 sc, inc) x6 [18]
sc around [18]
(2 sc, inc) x6 [24]
sc around [24]
FO, leaving long tail. Position one patch around each eye and sew in place.

🐽 Muzzle (Cream/Beige)

MR, 6 sc [6]
inc x6 [12]
(1 sc, inc) x6 [18]
4–5. sc around [18]
(1 sc, dec) x6 [12]
Stuff lightly. FO, sew to center of face overlapping bottom of patches.
Embroider a dark brown nose at the top and a small black smile line underneath.
Add 3–4 long whiskers on each side using nylon thread or fishing line.

👂 Ears (Make 2 – Brown)

MR, 6 sc [6]
(1 sc, inc) x3 [9]
sc around [9]
FO, flatten, and sew slightly above eye line on each side.

🧸 Body (Start Beige, then Brown)

MR, 6 sc [6]
inc x6 [12]
(1 sc, inc) x6 [18]
(2 sc, inc) x6 [24]
(3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
6–8. sc around in Beige [30] (belly patch)
9–18. switch to Brown, sc around [30]
(3 sc, dec) x6 [24]
(2 sc, dec) x6 [18]
(1 sc, dec) x6 [12]
Stuff firmly.
dec x6 [6], FO and close.

🐾 Arms (Make 2 – Brown)

MR, 6 sc [6]
(1 sc, inc) x3 [9]
3–7. sc around [9]
(1 sc, dec) x3 [6]
9–11. sc around [6]
FO, stuff lightly, and sew angled forward so they can “hold” flowers.

🐾 Legs (Make 2 – Brown)

MR, 6 sc [6]
inc x6 [12]
(1 sc, inc) x6 [18]
4–6. sc around [18]
(1 sc, dec) x6 [12]
dec x6 [6]
Stuff firmly. FO and sew to base of body.

Optional: Embroider dark brown lines for toe details.

🦊 Tail (Brown – Thick & Long)

MR, 6 sc [6]
(sc, inc) x3 [9]
(2 sc, inc) x3 [12]
4–22. sc around [12]
(2 sc, dec) x3 [9]
Stuff lightly. FO and sew to lower back, curving slightly outward.

🌼 Flowers (Make 3–5)

Petals (White):
MR, (ch 2, 2 dc, ch 2, sl st) x5 → small daisy. FO.

Center (Yellow):
Stitch a French knot in middle.

Stem (Green):
Ch 12, sl st back along chain. FO.

Make 3–5 stems and sew together into a bouquet. Attach bouquet between arms.

🧷 Assembly

Sew head to body.
Attach arms angled forward to hold flowers.
Sew legs to base.
Attach tail to back.
Add ears.
Position whiskers symmetrically.
Stitch bouquet securely between hands.

💡 Optional Custom Touches

Add a bow tie or flower crown 🌸
Embroider blush or cheeks with pink yarn
Make flowers in different colors for a seasonal version

🎉 Final Notes

Your amigurumi otter holding flowers is now complete! With its big oval face patches, tiny ears, long tail, and bouquet of daisies, it looks just like the real thing in the photo. This charming otter is perfect as a gift, for seasonal home décor, or as a cute addition to your crochet collection. 🌼🦦💗

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