I’ve always found the world of amigurumi endlessly captivating! The joy of creating these adorable little yarn creatures is both fulfilling and incredibly fun. When it comes to crafting a Spider-Man amigurumi, there’s an exciting blend of creativity and nostalgia. Imagine taking one of the most iconic superheroes and transforming him into a cute, pocket-sized companion! The charm lies in capturing Spider-Man’s essence—his bright red and blue suit, his agile pose, and that unmistakable mask—with just a few skeins of yarn and a crochet hook. Not only do you get a handmade superhero, but you also get to relive your favorite Spider-Man stories while crafting!
Now, let’s talk about the process. First, I gather my materials: vibrant yarn in Spider-Man’s signature colors, my trusty crochet hook, some stuffing, and a pair of safety eyes to bring him to life. ✨ The magic begins with the head, and from there, each piece is crocheted with love and care. Carefully assembling the parts, watching Spider-Man come together stitch by stitch, is incredibly satisfying. I love adding those final details—the embroidered webbing on his suit and the expressive eyes. It’s a journey where patience meets creativity, and seeing the finished Spider-Man amigurumi always brings a smile to my face! 🕷️🧶
🕷️ Amigurumi Spider-Man Crochet Pattern
With great yarn comes great responsibility! This adorable chibi-style Spider-Man amigurumi is perfect for superhero fans and crochet enthusiasts alike. With his iconic red and blue suit, bold webbing design, and large expressive eyes, he’s a friendly neighborhood softie that’s ready for action (or cuddles)!
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate to Advanced – Includes color changes, surface embroidery, and detailed facial elements.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 8–9 inches (20–23 cm) tall using worsted weight yarn and a 3.0 mm crochet hook.
🧶 Materials
Yarn (Worsted Weight):
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Red (head, arms, upper body)
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Blue (legs, torso sides)
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Black (webbing and spider emblem)
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White (eyes)
Other Supplies:
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Crochet hook: 3.0 mm
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10–12 mm safety eyes (optional; use white circles instead)
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Black embroidery thread or thin yarn for webbing
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Polyfill stuffing
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Scissors
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
🧠 Head (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)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–14. sc (36) -
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
– Stuff firmly -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6), FO and close
Webbing:
Use black thread or yarn to surface embroider web lines from the top center outward and around face. Keep lines symmetrical and evenly spaced for a clean look.
👀 Eyes (Make 2 – White)
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MR, 6 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
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sc around, shaping into oval with pointed ends
– Outline in black yarn or felt for sharp detail
– Sew on slightly tilted for expression
🧍 Body (Red → Blue)
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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)
6–8. sc (30) -
Switch to red: sc (30)
10–13. sc (30)
– Optional: add black spider emblem with embroidery -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18), stuff
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6), FO
💪 Arms (Make 2 – Red → Blue)
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MR, 6 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
3–4. sc (9) -
Switch to blue: sc (9)
6–8. sc (9), FO
– Do not overstuff; sew to body sides
🦵 Legs (Make 2 – Blue)
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MR, 6 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
3–6. sc (9)
– Stuff lightly and sew to bottom of body
🕷️ Spider Emblem (Black Yarn)
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Use backstitch or embroidery to make a small spider shape
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Body: vertical line with two short legs on each side
✂️ Final Assembly
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Sew head to body
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Attach arms and legs
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Sew eyes securely
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Embroider or surface stitch webbing on head and front of body
💡 Optional Add-ons
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Add poseable limbs using pipe cleaners inside
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Crochet a web disc to hang Spider-Man from
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Make a mini Miles Morales version with black and red!
🧶 Finishing Touch
Now your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man is ready to swing into action! 🕸️🧶 With all his stitched-in charm and hero vibes, he’s sure to win hearts and protect yarn stashes everywhere.
