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Snap into something irresistibly cute with this Amigurumi Sango the Crab crochet pattern! 🦀💖 With her cheerful smile, bright eyes, and perfectly pinchable claws, Sango is a delightful little crustacean who’s ready to scuttle into your heart. Whether you’re crafting a beach-themed display, adding to your sea creature collection, or just looking for a quick and quirky project, this crab brings a splash of ocean charm to every stitch.

Designed with playful shaping and vibrant personality, Sango invites you to explore fun textures, bold colors, and adorable extras like rosy cheeks or a tiny shell accessory. You can customize her with pastel tones, glittery yarn, or even a mini beach towel for lounging vibes. Whether perched on a shelf, tucked into a gift basket, or starring in a handmade underwater scene, this Sango the Crab Amigurumi is a joyful and satisfying project—perfect for stitching up a little seaside sweetness, one loop at a time! 🌊🧶✨

🦀 Amigurumi Sango the Crab Crochet Pattern

Say hello to Sango the Crab, your new ocean buddy! With his chunky claws, playful legs, and those big googly eyes, this little guy is ready to scuttle across your crochet collection. He’s perfect for summer décor, gifts for beach lovers, or just as a cute sea creature friend to brighten your day.

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – includes shaping, sewing multiple parts, color changes, and working small rounds.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 5–7 inches (13–18 cm) wide across the claws when using DK or Worsted weight yarn and a 2.5–3.5 mm hook.

🧶 Materials

Yarn (DK or Worsted weight):
- Color A: Coral Red (body, claws, legs, eye stalks)
- Color B: Beige or Cream (underbelly, eye tops)
Crochet hook: 2.5–3.5 mm
2 Safety Eyes (10–12 mm) or black yarn for embroidered eyes
Tapestry needle
Polyfill stuffing
Stitch marker

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off

🦀 Pattern Instructions

Crab Shell (Body)

We’ll work the crab’s shell in two halves – a coral red top and a beige underbelly – and then sew them together.

Top Half (Color A – Coral Red):

MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
(6 sc, inc) x6 (48)
9–13. sc around (48) FO, leave long tail.

Bottom Half (Color B – Beige):
Follow the same steps as above, but stop at Round 8 (48 sts). FO, leave a tail for sewing.

🔹 Assembly Tip: Stuff both halves firmly before sewing. This creates Sango’s round, plump shell.

Claws (Make 2 – Color A)

MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–6. sc around (18)
(4 sc, dec) x3 (15)
(3 sc, dec) x3 (12)
(2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
sc around (9) FO, stuff firmly.

🔹 Shaping Tip: Flatten one side slightly when sewing to create a “pincer” shape.

Legs (Make 6 – Color A, with optional stripes)

MR, 6 sc (6)
2–8. sc around (6) FO, stuff lightly.

🔹 Customization: For striped legs, alternate Coral Red and Beige every 2 rounds.

Eye Stalks (Make 2)

Base (Color A – Coral Red):

MR, 6 sc (6)
2–4. sc around (6)

Top (Color B – Beige):
5. Switch to Beige, inc x6 (12)
6. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
7–8. sc around (18)
9. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12) – Insert safety eye now.
10. dec x6 (6) FO, stuff and close.

🔹 Shaping Tip: Keep stalks only lightly stuffed so they stand upright but remain flexible.

✂️ Assembly

Join Shell Halves: Sew top and bottom together, stuffing firmly as you go.
Attach Claws: Position claws at the front of the body, slightly angled outward. Sew securely.
Attach Legs: Evenly space 3 legs on each side of the shell bottom.
Add Eyes: Sew stalks on top of the body, spacing them evenly.
Final Shaping: Use yarn tails to adjust limb positions. Curve the legs outward for a playful stance.

🌟 Finishing Touches

Add a little embroidered smile if you want to give Sango more personality.
Try making a rainbow crab by using different colors for each leg!
For a softer look, use plush velvet yarn.
Make a mini version with thinner yarn and a smaller hook for a keychain crab.

💡 Why You’ll Love Sango

This little crab is quick to make but so full of character! From his chunky claws to his big round eyes, he’s a joy to stitch and sure to make everyone smile. Whether you add him to a sea creature set, use him as a summer decoration, or gift him as a pocket pal, Sango the Crab is ready to scuttle into hearts everywhere. 🦀❤️

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