Turn up the nostalgia with this Amigurumi Retro Boombox crochet pattern! Inspired by the classic music players of the ’80s and ’90s, this fun design captures the bold, boxy shape, colorful buttons, and iconic cassette deck in every stitch. With its vintage charm and playful details, this crochet boombox is perfect for adding a funky and retro touch to your handmade collection. Whether you’re crafting for music lovers, creating a unique decor piece, or simply enjoy making themed amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a miniature boombox bursting with personality! 🎶✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different color combinations, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature cassette tape or radio antenna for extra flair. Craft a classic boombox with its signature silver and black tones, create a vibrant version with neon hues, or even stitch up a full set of music-inspired amigurumi for a dynamic display! Whether gifted as a cherished keepsake, displayed as a funky accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Retro Boombox is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade musical magic to every stitch! 🧶💖
🎶 Amigurumi Retro Boombox & Music Notes – Crochet Pattern
Bring back the vintage vibes with this adorable plush boombox and colorful musical notes. It’s a perfect retro touch for kids’ rooms, music corners, or as a gift for a music lover!
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – flat and 3D crocheting, surface sewing, appliqué
📏 Finished Size
- Boombox: Approx. 8 x 6 inches (20 x 15 cm)
- Music Notes: Approx. 4 inches (10 cm) each
🧶 Materials
- Yarn (DK or worsted):
- Gray (boombox body)
- Black, white, yellow, red, pink, blue, aqua, pastel green, and lilac
- Crochet hook: 2.5–3.5 mm
- Tapestry needle
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Stitch marker
- Felt or embroidery thread (for “MIX TAPE” label, optional)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
- MR – Magic Ring
- sc – Single Crochet
- inc – Increase
- dec – Decrease
- ch – Chain
- sl st – Slip Stitch
- BLO – Back Loop Only
- FO – Fasten Off
📻 Boombox Body (Make 2 Panels)
With gray:
- Ch 41
- Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (40)
- Rows 2–30: sc across (40)
FO and make a second panel. Do not fasten off second panel.
Joining:
Place both panels together and sc around all 4 sides, inserting fiberfill before closing. FO and weave in ends.
🧰 Handle (Make 1)
With gray:
- Ch 40
- Row 1: sc across (39)
3–5. Repeat Row 1
Roll into a tight tube and sew ends to the top of the boombox.
🔊 Speakers (Make 2)
Outer Ring:
With yellow:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- [sc, inc] x6 (18)
- [2 sc, inc] x6 (24)
Change to black: - [3 sc, inc] x6 (30)
- [4 sc, inc] x6 (36)
Change to gray: - [5 sc, inc] x6 (42)
FO and sew in place.
🎛️ Buttons (Make 5 in rainbow colors)
With red, yellow, blue, gray, and aqua:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
FO and sew to top panel evenly spaced.
🎚️ Dials (Make 2)
With white:
- MR, 6 sc
- [sc, inc] x3 (9)
- [2 sc, inc] x3 (12)
Switch to gray: - sc in BLO around (12)
Stuff lightly and sew centered on a black rectangle beneath the tape deck.
📼 Tape Deck & Display
Cassette Slot (White):
- Ch 16
- Rows 1–4: sc across (15)
Sew inside a black felt or crocheted rectangle. Add 2 small circles on the ends (white).
“Mix Tape” Label:
Use yellow yarn:
- Ch 8
- Rows 1–3: sc across
Embroider or use felt to write “MIX TAPE.” Sew beneath the tape deck.
🎵 Music Notes (Make Multiple)
Head (Circle):
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- [sc, inc] x6 (18)
- [2 sc, inc] x6 (24)
FO and leave a tail.
Stem:
Ch 15, turn, sc back. FO. Curl slightly and sew to note head.
Tail (Optional):
Ch 6, sl st in 2nd ch from hook and across (5). Sew at tip of stem for eighth notes.
Make in pink, yellow, aqua, mint green, lavender, etc.
✅ Finishing Touches
- Sew all parts securely to the boombox.
- Use embroidery floss to add outlines if desired.
- You can insert cardboard inside the boombox body before stuffing to help it stand firm.
🎉 You’re Done!
This retro plush boombox is now ready to rock your shelf, nursery, or studio! The music notes add a playful floating effect if you hang them with clear thread.
