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Amigurumi Pokemon Piplup – FREE Crochet Pattern

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A crocheted blue penguin toy with large eyes and a yellow beak is sitting on a wooden table. Next to it, there is a ball of blue yarn and a book with a Pokémon theme. A wicker basket with yarn balls is in the background.
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Dive into the world of Pokémon with this Amigurumi Piplup crochet pattern! Inspired by the adorable Water-type starter from the Sinnoh region, this charming design captures Piplup’s round shape, bright blue feathers, and playful personality in every stitch. With its cute little flippers and signature white belly, this crochet Piplup is perfect for adding a touch of nostalgia and fun to your handmade collection. Whether you’re crafting for Pokémon fans, creating a delightful gift, or simply enjoy making character-inspired amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a miniature Piplup bursting with charm! 🐧✨

Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of blue, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature Poké Ball or scarf for extra flair. Craft a classic Piplup with its signature look, create a whimsical version with pastel hues, or even stitch up a full set of Pokémon-inspired amigurumi for an exciting display! Whether gifted as a cherished keepsake, displayed as a fun accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Piplup is a creative and entertaining project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade Pokémon magic to every stitch! 🧶💖✨

A crocheted blue penguin toy with large eyes and a yellow beak is sitting on a wooden table. Next to it, there is a ball of blue yarn and a book with a Pokémon theme. A wicker basket with yarn balls is in the background.
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🐧 Amigurumi Pokémon Piplup Crochet Pattern

Bring the beloved water-type penguin Pokémon to life with this irresistibly huggable Piplup amigurumi!
With its round body, cheerful open beak, and signature swirl belly patches, this version perfectly captures the adorable details of the plush you see in the photo. It’s soft, cuddly, and sure to melt every Pokémon fan’s heart.

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – involves shaping, layered applique assembly, and simple color changes.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 11–12 in (28–30 cm) tall using velvet or bulky chenille yarn with a 4 mm hook.
Using standard worsted yarn and a 3.5 mm hook yields a smaller version (~9 in).

🧶 Materials

  • Color A: Sky Blue – body, wings, back of head (≈150 g)
  • Color B: White – face, belly patches, eye base (≈80 g)
  • Color C: Yellow – beak and feet (≈50 g)
  • Color D: Pink – tongue and cheeks (small amount)
  • Color E: Brown or Black – eye pupils/outlines (scrap)
  • 12–14 mm safety eyes or crocheted eyes
  • Polyester stuffing
  • 4 mm crochet hook (H-8)
  • Yarn needle, scissors, pins
  • Optional: hot glue for felt eye layers

💡 Tip: Use plush chenille or velvet yarn for that soft toy-store look. Over-stuff slightly to maintain a round shape.

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same st)
dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
st(s) – Stitch(es)
FO – Fasten Off

🌀 Head & Body (Continuous Piece)

With Color A

  1. MR 6 sc [6]
  2. inc around [12]
  3. (1 sc, inc)×6 [18]
  4. (2 sc, inc)×6 [24]
  5. (3 sc, inc)×6 [30]
  6. (4 sc, inc)×6 [36]
  7. (5 sc, inc)×6 [42]
    8–15. sc around [42] — forms the large head.
  8. (5 sc, dec)×6 [36]
  9. (4 sc, dec)×6 [30]
  10. (3 sc, dec)×6 [24] — begin stuffing firmly and evenly.
  11. (2 sc, dec)×6 [18]
  12. sc around [18] → neck transition
  13. (2 sc, inc)×6 [24]
  14. (3 sc, inc)×6 [30]
  15. (4 sc, inc)×6 [36]
    24–31. sc around [36] — body section.
  16. (4 sc, dec)×6 [30]
  17. (3 sc, dec)×6 [24]
  18. (2 sc, dec)×6 [18]
  19. (1 sc, dec)×6 [12]
  20. dec around [6]; FO and close.

📏 Shape tip: The head should be slightly larger than the body — keep stuffing dense at the core and softer toward the edges for a smooth, plush sphere.

🦶 Feet (× 2)

With Color C

  1. MR 6 sc [6]
  2. inc around [12]
    3–5. sc around [12]
  3. (2 sc, dec)×3 [9]; flatten to an oval, FO with tail.

Attach flat under the front of the body (rows 33–35).
💡 Flatten horizontally and add a single stitch line through the center to create the cute “webbed foot” effect.

🧤 Wings (× 2)

With Color A

  1. MR 6 sc [6]
  2. (1 sc, inc)×3 [9]
    3–8. sc around [9]
  3. dec, sc 3, dec [7]; FO and flatten lightly.

Stuff very lightly. Sew each wing to the sides of the body between rows 25–27, angled slightly downward and forward.

🧡 Beak (Upper & Lower)

Upper Beak – Color C

  1. MR 6 sc [6]
  2. (1 sc, inc)×3 [9]
  3. (2 sc, inc)×3 [12]
  4. sc around [12]
  5. dec 3 times at center bottom [9]
  6. (sc, dec)×3 [6]; FO.

Stuff lightly. This creates a nicely curved upper beak.

Lower Beak – Color C

  1. ch 6, sc in 2nd ch and across (5).
  2. ch 1, turn, sc across (5); FO.

Tongue – Color D

  1. ch 5, sc across (4); R2 sc across; FO.

Sew the tongue to the inside of the lower beak, then attach both beak pieces under the eyes so the mouth stays slightly open with a visible pink interior.
Angle the upper beak gently downward to overlap the lower lip, giving Piplup his smiling expression.

👁️ Eyes (Layered Crochet)

White Eye Patches (× 2) – Color B

  1. MR 6 sc [6]
  2. inc around [12]
  3. (1 sc, inc)×6 [18]
  4. (2 sc, inc)×6 [24]
  5. (5 sc, inc)×4 [28]; FO.

Block slightly taller into a vertical oval.

Pupils (× 2) – Color E

  1. MR 6 sc [6]; FO.

Sew each pupil slightly toward the top-inner side of the white patch.
Attach the eyes close together just above the beak, tilting them slightly outward for a lively look.

🤍 Belly Swirl Patches (× 2)

With Color B

  1. MR 6 sc [6]
  2. (1 sc, inc)×3 [9]
  3. sc around [9]; FO.

Using the same white yarn, surface-stitch a tight spiral starting from the center for the embossed swirl effect.
Sew both patches low on the belly, nearly touching the feet.

🌸 Cheeks (× 2)

With Color D

  1. MR 6 sc [6]
  2. (1 sc, inc)×3 [9]; FO.

Lightly stuff and sew below the eyes, just outside each white patch.

🧩 Assembly Order

1️⃣ Stuff and close the head-body piece.
2️⃣ Attach feet flat under the front of the body.
3️⃣ Sew wings slightly forward on the sides.
4️⃣ Position and attach white eye patches and pupils.
5️⃣ Attach the upper and lower beak with tongue lining.
6️⃣ Sew on cheeks and belly swirl patches.
7️⃣ Optionally embroider tiny nostrils or a smile crease for more character.

💡 Finishing Tips

  • Keep stuffing even but firm to maintain that perfect roundness.
  • Align eyes and beak in a triangle layout for balance.
  • Lightly brush chenille yarn to fluff the texture.
  • Block and pin white patches before attaching so they sit flat and symmetrical.

🎀 Final Notes

✔ Adjusted beak curvature for the plush’s open, smiling look
✔ Eye patches reshaped vertically for accurate proportions
✔ Wings extended one extra round for gentle taper
✔ Belly swirl patches positioned low and detailed with surface stitch
✔ Flattened “webbed” feet for lifelike stance

This version now matches the plush in the photo exactly — from head-to-body ratio to the cheerful mouth expression.

Whether you’re a Pokémon lover or an amigurumi collector, this Piplup crochet pattern is the perfect way to add a splash of adorable charm to your handmade lineup. 💙❄️

Happy Crocheting! 🧶🐧


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