Bring the charming amphibian to life with this Amigurumi Salamander crochet pattern! 🦎✨ With its sleek body, expressive eyes, and adorable little limbs, this design captures the essence of these fascinating creatures in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a nature-inspired décor piece, a playful gift, or simply love reptile-themed amigurumi, this pattern is a fantastic addition to your collection.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in body textures, color variations, and even tiny accessories like embroidered spots or a miniature habitat to enhance its personality. Choose classic oranges and blacks for a realistic look or experiment with vibrant hues for a whimsical twist! Whether displayed as part of a wildlife setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi salamander is sure to impress.
Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this delightful amphibian to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
🦎 Amigurumi Woodland Salamander Crochet Pattern
Bring the forest floor to life with this expressive Amigurumi Salamander! With its soft purple body, beige belly, rounded snout, and large glossy eyes, this woodland creature looks ready to crawl across a mossy log. Designed for intermediate crocheters, it combines smooth shaping with natural curves for an authentic amphibian look.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes shaping, color changes, and flexible limb positioning.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 20–22 cm (8–9 in) long when made with DK or light-worsted yarn and a 2.75–3 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
Yarn (DK / Light-Worsted Weight):
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Purple – Main body, limbs, tail, and head
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Beige – Belly, lower jaw, and chest
Tools & Supplies:
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3 mm crochet hook
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12 mm glossy black safety eyes
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Yarn needle
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Stitch markers
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Optional: thin floral wire or pipe cleaners (for poseable limbs)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same st)
dec – Decrease (sc 2 tog)
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
st – Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
🪄 Pattern Instructions
🟣 Head & Body (worked continuously)
Start with purple yarn.
R1 – 6 sc in MR (6)
R2 – inc ×6 (12)
R3 – (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4 – (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5 – (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6 – (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
R7–R11 – sc around (36)
R12 – (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
R13 – (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R14 – (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Switch to beige yarn for the underside.
R15–R20 – sc around (18)
R21 – (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R22–R28 – sc around (24)
R29 – (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
R30 – (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Stuff firmly as you go, shaping the body with a gentle curve.
R31 – dec ×6 (6)
FO and close.
🩶 Belly Panel (beige)
Ch 14
Row 1 – sc in 2nd ch and across (13)
Rows 2–9 – ch 1, turn, sc across
FO and sew from the lower jaw to the belly centerline, keeping the panel slightly stretched for a snug fit.
👁 Eyes (make 2)
With purple yarn:
R1 – 6 sc in MR (6)
R2 – inc ×6 (12)
R3 – sc around (12)
Insert safety eyes into the center.
R4 – (sc, dec) ×4 (8)
Stuff lightly and FO.
Sew onto the top of the head so they protrude slightly forward and upward.
💜 Upper Arms (make 2)
With purple yarn:
R1 – 6 sc in MR (6)
R2 – (sc, inc) ×3 (9)
R3–R8 – sc around (9)
R9 – (2 sc, dec) ×2, sc (7)
Lightly stuff.
FO and leave a tail for sewing.
Attach at the upper sides of the body, angled forward for a “reaching” pose.
💜 Lower Legs (make 2)
R1 – 6 sc in MR (6)
R2 – inc ×6 (12)
R3 – (3 sc, inc) ×3 (15)
R4 – sc around (15)
R5 – (3 sc, dec) ×3 (12)
R6–R10 – sc around (12)
R11 – (2 sc, dec) ×3 (9)
R12 – sc around (9)
FO and stuff lightly.
Sew to the lower sides of the body with knees bent forward.
Optional: insert thin wire inside each leg for poseability.
🌀 Tail
With purple yarn:
R1 – 6 sc in MR (6)
R2 – (sc, inc) ×3 (9)
R3–R18 – sc around (9)
Slightly taper by decreasing every 4th round toward the end until 5 sts remain.
Stuff lightly, curve gently to the side, and sew to the rear body center.
😊 Facial Details
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Embroider a short, gentle smile just below the muzzle line with matching beige thread.
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Keep the mouth curve subtle for a friendly, natural look.
🌿 Finishing Touches
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Position the limbs so the salamander sits naturally on a surface with its arms forward and knees outward.
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Use a wire core if you want the legs to grip a stick or branch as shown in the photo.
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Lightly brush the yarn surface for a realistic matte texture.
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Optional: add tiny embroidery dots along the back ridge for extra character.
💬 Final Thoughts
This gentle Woodland Salamander captures the calm spirit of the forest. With lifelike shaping, expressive eyes, and a soft neutral palette, it’s a delightful project to display on a mossy log or shelf. Each stitch brings this forest friend closer to reality — a charming reminder of the beauty of handmade nature. 🌲💜
