Celebrate prosperity and good fortune with this Amigurumi Red Envelope crochet pattern! Whether you’re crafting for Lunar New Year, festive gifts, or simply love symbolic handmade creations, this free pattern lets you stitch up a traditional red envelope with a delightful crochet twist. With its vibrant color and charming details, this amigurumi version adds a unique touch to lucky gifting traditions. Perfect for holding small treasures, heartfelt notes, or tiny keepsakes, this crochet red envelope is a meaningful and creative way to share blessings and joy.
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to add embroidered golden designs, decorative tassels, or even a tiny closure to make your red envelope truly special. Whether crafted with classic deep red hues, playful embellishments, or personalized touches, this amigurumi piece brings warmth and tradition to your handmade collection. Display it as a festive decor piece, gift it as a thoughtful token, or simply enjoy the joy of stitching up something symbolic—one loop at a time! 🧧✨🧶
🧧 Amigurumi Red Envelope Baby – FREE Crochet Pattern
Celebrate tradition and cuteness in one with this amigurumi red envelope baby! Wrapped snugly in a symbolic red pouch with a bow and festive emblem, this design is perfect for Lunar New Year decorations, keepsake gifts, or baby-themed holiday tokens.
✨ Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate – Simple shaping and assembly with color changes and appliqué.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 4–5 inches (10–13 cm) tall using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Worsted weight yarn:
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Red (envelope)
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Beige or skin tone (head)
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Green (badge circle)
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White (snowflake + tie)
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3.5 mm crochet hook
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Safety eyes (6–8 mm)
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Polyfill stuffing
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Embroidery thread (optional for smile)
🧵 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
🪆 Baby Head (Skin Color)
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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)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–12. sc around (30) -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 8–9, spaced about 6 stitches apart -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff firmly -
dec x6 (6), FO and close.
🧧 Red Envelope Body
With red yarn:
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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)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–18. sc around (30) -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff the bottom and insert the baby head securely inside the top opening -
sc around top opening to create edging
FO, leave tail for sewing the head in place if needed.
🎀 White Bow Tie (Optional)
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Ch 40
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FO and tie into a bow
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Sew to front center below the face.
🧵 Green & White Patch
🌿 Green Circle
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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 a tail to sew onto front of envelope.
❄️ White Star/Snowflake
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MR, ch 3, sl st in MR repeat 5 times to form 5-point star
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Pull MR tight
FO and sew onto green circle.
Attach entire patch to front of envelope just beneath the bow.
😌 Final Touches
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Optional: Embroider small smile using black or brown thread
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Adjust head position so it peeks out neatly
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Gently shape the envelope body with your fingers
💡 Customization Ideas
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Use gold embroidery or Chinese characters instead of a star
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Add a tiny coin or charm inside for a good luck surprise
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Make multiple in different festive colors for gifting!
This cozy red envelope baby is a sweet fusion of culture and crochet—a perfect palm-sized blessing for any celebration. 🧵🎊
