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Amigurumi Sphinx Of Giza – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Sphinx Of Giza – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Welcome to the majestic and mysterious world of amigurumi! 🏺✨ Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for an Amigurumi Sphinx of Giza—a legendary and awe-inspiring creation perfect for history lovers, Egyptian mythology enthusiasts, or anyone who enjoys crafting intricate and symbolic plush designs! 🧶 Whether you love stitching up ancient wonders, experimenting with sculpted details, or simply want to add a mythical guardian to your handmade lineup, this pattern will guide you through crafting a beautifully structured plush with a regal lion body, pharaoh-like face, and a touch of timeless grandeur! 🌞

This design embraces sandy hues, bold shaping, and thoughtful details to bring a powerful and captivating presence to your crochet projects! 🧶✨ I’ve carefully outlined each step to ensure your Amigurumi Sphinx of Giza turns out just right—ready to guard your collection or become a treasured handmade gift! 🎁 So grab your hooks, pick out warm golds, soft browns, and deep blues, and let’s stitch up an iconic Sphinx! 🏺

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🦁 Amigurumi Sphinx of Giza – Free Crochet Pattern

Inspired by the legendary monument, this cute and majestic Sphinx amigurumi includes its human head, lion’s body, and a royal Egyptian headdress.

🧶 Skill Level

Intermediate

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 20–22 cm (8–9 inches) long

✂️ Materials Needed

  • Yarn (Worsted or DK) in:

    • Sand/Beige (body & head)

    • Dark burgundy (headdress)

    • Gold/yellow (trim)

    • Black (mouth detail)

  • 2.5 mm or 3.0 mm crochet hook

  • 8 mm safety eyes

  • Yarn needle

  • Stitch markers

  • Polyester stuffing

  • Optional: small cardboard base for shaping underside

🧵 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 (Beige)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    6–12. sc around (30)

  6. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  7. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    Insert safety eyes between Rnds 7–8, about 6–7 sts apart

  8. (sc, dec) x6 (12)

  9. dec x6 (6)
    FO and close

🧍 Upper Body (Beige)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)
    4–9. sc around (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
    11–15. sc around (24)
    Stuff firmly. FO.

🦁 Hindquarters (Beige)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
    5–10. sc around (24)

  5. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)

  6. sc around (18)

  7. (sc, dec) x6 (12)

  8. dec x6 (6)
    FO and close

🐾 Front Legs (Make 2 – Beige)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–5. sc around (12)

  3. (2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
    7–9. sc around (9)
    FO, stuff lightly

🐾 Back Legs (Make 2 – Beige)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–5. sc around (12)

  3. dec x6 (6)

  4. sc around
    FO, stuff lightly

👑 Egyptian Headdress (Dark Burgundy)

Panel A (left flap):

  1. Ch 16
    2–10. sc across (15)
    Change to gold on last row

  2. sc across, FO and weave in

Panel B (right flap):
Repeat Panel A

Top band:

  1. Ch enough to wrap around head circumference (~35 ch)

  2. sc across (34), FO

Uraeus (snake emblem):

  1. With gold, ch 10

  2. sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc x8

  3. Sl st back and forth to shape a curve
    Sew onto center top of band

Assembly:

  • Sew side panels to each side of head

  • Sew band around forehead, covering flap edges

  • Attach Uraeus to center

😺 Facial Embroidery

  • Use black yarn to embroider a small mouth

  • Add small stitch lines above eyes for brows (optional)

📏 Base Pad (Optional for Display)

Make a flat square:

  1. With beige, ch 26
    2–26. sc across (25), ch 1, turn
    Change colors at edges to add maroon/gold borders.
    Optional: place on stiff cardboard for structure.

🧩 Assembly

  1. Attach head to front of upper body

  2. Attach hindquarters to back

  3. Sew front legs to each side of front body

  4. Attach back legs

  5. Place figure on base pad

  6. Add headdress securely to head

🎉 Done!

You’ve completed the Amigurumi Sphinx of Giza 🏛️
This magnificent creature will watch over your yarn kingdom for centuries to come!


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