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Amigurumi Raccoon Baby – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Raccoon Baby – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Creating an amigurumi raccoon baby is such a delightful adventure! 🦝 There’s something incredibly satisfying about crafting these adorable creatures with just a hook and some yarn. The charm of amigurumi raccoons lies in their cute and whimsical design, which brings smiles to both young and old. The process is like painting a picture with yarn; every single stitch adds character and personality to the little critter. What I love most is the creativity it invites—choosing colors, adding details, and watching the raccoon come to life with each turn of the hook. The joy of seeing a finished raccoon amigurumi is truly unmatched!

Beginning the amigurumi journey might seem a bit daunting, but trust me, it’s easier than it looks! First, I grab my favorite soft yarn and a trusty crochet hook. Following a well-crafted pattern is essential and there are so many amazing ones out there that guide you from the first stitch to the last. Crafting the little raccoon’s body, limbs, and distinctive masked face is like putting together a puzzle. The repetitive nature of crocheting is not only meditative but also super rewarding as each part comes together. Stuffing, sewing parts, and adding final touches like little eyes or a nose is the grand finale, turning a simple ball of yarn into a charming raccoon buddy ready to be cuddled! 🧶

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🦝 Amigurumi Raccoon Baby Crochet Pattern

This sweet and snuggly raccoon baby is the perfect forest friend! With signature facial markings, stripey tail, and soft little paws, this amigurumi is a heart-melting project for woodland animal lovers and intermediate crocheters.

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – Includes color changes, detailed shaping, and face embroidery.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 25–28 cm (10–11 inches) tall when seated, using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.

🧶 Materials

Yarn (Worsted weight):

  • Light gray (Main body)

  • Dark brown or black (Paws, tail stripes, face mask)

  • White (Belly patch, muzzle, ear insides)

  • Black (Nose)

Other Supplies:

  • 3.5 mm crochet hook

  • 10 mm safety eyes

  • Polyester stuffing

  • Tapestry needle

  • Stitch marker

  • Whisker thread (optional nylon filament or black thread)

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • MR – Magic Ring

  • sc – Single Crochet

  • inc – Increase

  • dec – Decrease

  • ch – Chain

  • sl st – Slip Stitch

  • FO – Fasten Off

  • BLO – Back Loop Only

🧠 Head (Light gray)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    7–13. sc around (36)

  7. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)

  8. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
    Place safety eyes between Rounds 9–10, spaced about 10 stitches apart, over black mask pieces

  9. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    Stuff firmly

  10. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

  11. dec x6 (6), FO and close

🦴 Face Mask (Make 2 – Dark brown)

  1. Ch 6

  2. sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 3, 3 sc in last ch, turn

  3. sc 3, inc in last stitch, sl st, FO
    Sew behind each eye

🐽 Muzzle (White)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–4. sc (12), FO
    Stuff and sew between eyes
    Embroider a small nose using black yarn at the top of the muzzle

👂 Ears (Make 2 – Light gray & White)

Outer Ear (Gray):

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)

  3. sc (9), FO

Inner Ear (White):
Repeat same pattern, sew inside outer ear
Attach ears to top sides of the head

🧸 Body (Light gray, with white belly)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    6–17. sc (30)
    Switch to white for belly section (or surface stitch belly patch)

  6. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  7. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    Stuff firmly

  8. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

  9. dec x6 (6), FO and close

🐾 Arms (Make 2 – Dark brown → Light gray)

Start with dark brown:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–4. sc (12)
    Switch to gray:
    5–12. sc (12), lightly stuff
    FO and sew to body sides

🐾 Legs (Make 2 – Dark brown → Light gray)

Start with dark brown:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–5. sc (12)
    Switch to gray:
    6–10. sc (12), stuff
    FO and sew to bottom of body

🌀 Tail (Striped: Gray & Dark Brown)

Start with gray:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
    Alternate 2 rounds gray, 2 rounds dark brown
    5–14. sc (24), stuff
    FO and sew to lower back of the body

✨ Finishing Touches

  • Optional: Add whiskers with clear filament or embroidery floss

  • Use blush or soft yarn to dab pink cheeks

  • Embroider small claws or details on paws if desired

💡 Customization Ideas

  • Add a removable scarf, acorn, or backpack for forest flair

  • Turn it into a sleepy raccoon by embroidering closed eyes

  • Adjust colors for an arctic or fantasy variation

This cute and cuddly raccoon baby is ready for woodland adventures—or cozy shelf sitting! 🦝🌲🧶


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