Welcome to the retro-cool and playful world of amigurumi! 🎮✨ Today, I’m thrilled to share my free crochet pattern for an Amigurumi Pac-Man—a delightful nod to the classic arcade era. Perfect for gamers, vintage enthusiasts, and creative crafters alike, this pattern lets you bring the iconic, yellow hero of the maze to life stitch by stitch.
This design captures Pac-Man’s cheerful, round shape in vibrant yellow, blending nostalgic appeal with modern crochet techniques. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or just starting your craft journey, the easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions will help you recreate this beloved character, making it a fun accent for your desk, a quirky keychain, or a memorable gift for someone special.
So grab your hooks, select your favorite bright yarn, and get ready to embark on a crafty adventure that celebrates the timeless joy of Pac-Man!
🟡 Amigurumi Pac-Man Crochet Pattern
Bring the iconic Pac-Man to life with this adorable, huggable amigurumi version! Complete with white hair tufts, expressive facial features, and cartoon-style hands and boots. This is a fun and nostalgic project for intermediate crocheters.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes color changes, sculpting shapes, and finger shaping.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 9–12 inches (23–30 cm) tall when using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yellow, pink, brown, white yarn (worsted weight)
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3.5 mm crochet hook
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch markers
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Scissors
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Optional: wire for poseable fingers
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
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MR – Magic Ring
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sc – Single Crochet
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inc – Increase
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dec – Decrease
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sl st – Slip Stitch
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ch – Chain
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FO – Fasten Off
🟠 Pattern Instructions
🟡 Head & Body (Pac-Man Sphere)
Using yellow yarn:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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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)
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(6 sc, inc) x6 (48)
9–25. sc around (48) -
(6 sc, dec) x6 (42)
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(5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
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(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff firmly -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO, close hole.
🧤 Arms (Make 2)
Using yellow:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–10. sc around (12)
Change to pink
11–16. sc around (12)
Stuff lightly
FO, leave tail for sewing.
✋ Hand With Fingers (Make 2)
Fingers (Make 4 per hand):
Using pink:
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MR, 5 sc
2–4. sc around (5)
FO, leave tail. Stuff slightly.
Thumb (Make 1 per hand):
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MR, 5 sc
2–5. sc around (5)
FO, leave tail.
Palm:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–5. sc around (18)
Sew fingers to palm at equal spacing. Attach thumb slightly lower on the side.
Stuff and sew hand to arm.
👢 Legs (Make 2)
Using pink:
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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)
5–9. sc around (24) -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
11–13. sc around (18)
Change to yellow
14–20. sc around (18)
Stuff and sew to body.
👀 Eyes (Make 2)
Using brown:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
FO, leave tail to sew.
👃 Nose
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MR, 6 sc
2–4. sc around (6)
FO, sew to face.
👄 Mouth
Using brown:
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Ch 12
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sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc across (11)
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Turn, sc across
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Repeat for 5 rows total
FO, shape as shown in image and sew to face.
🤍 Hair Tufts (Make 3)
Using white:
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Ch 7
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sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc, dc, dc, hdc, sc
FO and sew to top of head in crown shape.
✂️ Assembly
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Sew arms to the sides of the body.
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Attach legs to bottom sides of the body.
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Add eyes, mouth, and nose to face.
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Sew hair tufts at the top of the head.
💡 Tips
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Fingers: Use small stitches and stuff minimally for clean shape.
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For expression: Tilt the mouth slightly upward for a happy effect.
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Hair: Shape spikes using fingers and stiffen with diluted glue if needed.
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Structure: Stuff the body very firmly to avoid flattening when sitting.
This joyful Pac-Man plushie is perfect for arcade lovers and brings a retro vibe to any handmade toy collection! 🕹️💛
