Whip up a dash of culinary cuteness with this Amigurumi Rat with Spoon crochet pattern! Inspired by the charm of kitchen-loving critters, this adorable rat comes complete with a big personality and an even bigger spoon—ready to stir up some handmade magic. Whether you’re crafting for a foodie friend, adding to a whimsical plushie collection, or simply indulging in a playful project, this little chef is sure to bring smiles and squeaks of delight with every stitch. 🧶🐭🥄
Designed for fun and flair, this pattern invites you to explore expressive features, cozy textures, and sweet extras like a chef’s hat, apron, or even a tiny pot of yarn “soup.” Customize your rat with favorite colors or add embroidered details to reflect your own kitchen style. Whether perched on a shelf, nestled in a gift basket, or starring in a handmade culinary scene, this Rat with Spoon Amigurumi is a joyful and satisfying project—perfect for stitching up a little handmade flavor, one loop at a time! 💖✨🍲
🐭 Amigurumi Rat with Spoon Crochet Pattern
Meet your new kitchen companion — an adorable crocheted rat holding a wooden spoon! With oversized spiral ears, long limbs, expressive eyes, and a curled tail, this charming rat is perfect for display, gifting, or adding personality to any craft room or kitchen shelf. This pattern uses simple stitches with thoughtful shaping to recreate the look and personality seen in the photo.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – shaping, flat spiral ears, oval feet, sculpted face, and small accessories.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) tall using DK yarn and a 2.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
Yarn (DK weight)
- Light gray – head, body, arms, legs
- Peach / apricot – ears, nose, hands, feet, tail
- Brown – spoon, eyebrows, mouth
- White – eye surrounds, teeth
Notions
- 12 mm safety eyes
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
- Optional: thin wire (tail only)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – magic ring
sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – decrease
sl st – slip stitch
ch – chain
FO – fasten off
BLO – back loop only
🧠 Head (Light Gray)
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
R7–R13: sc around (36)
Insert safety eyes between R8–R9, wide-set, approx. 10 sts apart.
R14: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
R15: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R16: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Begin stuffing firmly.
R17: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R18: dec ×6 (6)
FO, close.
🐽 Nose (Peach)
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: sc around (12)
FO.
Sew centered on the lower front of the head.
👀 Eye Surrounds (White – Make 2)
R1: MR, 6 sc
FO.
Sew behind safety eyes so white shows evenly all around.
🦷 Teeth (White – Make 2)
ch 3
sc in 2nd ch, sc in next
FO.
Sew vertically, side by side, just under the nose.
👂 Ears (Peach – Make 2, Flat Spirals)
R1: MR, 6 sc
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
FO.
Do not stuff.
Sew high on the head, angled slightly forward.
🧍 Body (Light Gray)
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
R7–R14: sc around (36)
This creates the round, full torso.
R15: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
R16–R18: sc around (30)
R19: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R20: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Stuff very firmly for stability.
R21: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R22: dec ×6 (6)
FO.
🐾 Arms (Make 2)
Hands (Peach)
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: (1 sc, inc) ×3 (9)
R3–R4: sc around (9)
Arm (Light Gray)
Switch color.
R5–R12: sc around (9)
FO, lightly stuff.
Sew arms forward and inward, positioned to hold the spoon shaft.
🦶 Legs & Feet (Make 2)
Feet (Peach – Chunky Oval)
ch 7
Round 1: sc in 2nd ch, sc 4, 3 sc in last ch; turn, sc 4, inc (14)
Round 2: inc, sc 4, inc ×3, sc 4, inc ×2 (20)
Rounds 3–5: sc around (20)
FO, flatten.
Legs (Light Gray)
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: (1 sc, inc) ×3 (9)
R3–R8: sc around (9)
FO.
Sew legs on top of feet, then attach to body so the rat stands upright.
🐀 Tail (Peach)
R1: MR, 5 sc (5)
R2–R32: sc around (5)
Optional: insert thin wire before stuffing lightly.
Sew low on the back and curve gently.
😊 Face Details (Brown)
- Embroider arched eyebrows above eyes
- Stitch a wide curved smile extending toward cheeks
🥄 Wooden Spoon (Brown)
Spoon Bowl (Flat Oval)
R1: MR, 6 sc
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: sc around (24)
FO, flatten.
Spoon Handle (Firm Tube)
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2–R28: sc around (6)
FO.
Sew handle securely to the bowl.
Position spoon diagonally and stitch hands around it.
🧷 Assembly
- Sew head to body with slight upward tilt
- Attach ears high and forward
- Sew legs so rat balances upright
- Position arms gripping the spoon naturally
- Curve tail around the side
🎉 Final Touch
Your adorable chef rat is complete! With its expressive face, flat spiral ears, oval loaf feet, curved tail, and realistic spoon, it makes the perfect handmade companion for your kitchen or craft room. Enjoy creating personality with your yarn, and don’t forget to photograph your finished rat with good lighting for maximum charm.
Happy crocheting! 🧶🐭✨
