Bounce into the world of crochet with this Amigurumi Tigger pattern! 🐯✨ With his signature stripes, springy tail, and boundless energy, this design captures the playful charm of the beloved Winnie the Pooh character in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a Disney fan, a themed décor piece, or simply love character-inspired amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a delightful addition to your collection.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in stripe placement, tail length, and even tiny accessories to enhance Tigger’s personality. Choose classic orange and black hues for an authentic look or experiment with fun colors for a whimsical twist! Whether displayed alongside Pooh and friends or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi Tigger is sure to bring smiles. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this bouncy tiger to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
🐯 Amigurumi Tigger Crochet Pattern
Bouncy, cheerful, and full of charm — this Amigurumi Tigger is the perfect addition to your Hundred Acre collection! With his signature orange body, cheerful stripes, bouncy tail, and wide smile, he’s a lovable character ready to spring into your yarn world. 🧶💛
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes color changes, embroidery for stripes, and multi-part assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 28–32 cm (11–12.5 inches) tall when using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (Worsted weight):
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Orange (main body)
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Beige or light yellow (belly, face, paw pads, muzzle, tail tip)
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Pink (nose and snout top)
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Brown or black (stripes)
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3.5 mm crochet hook
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Safety eyes (10–12 mm)
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Tapestry needle
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Polyfill stuffing
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Stitch marker
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
🧠 Head
With orange 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)
7–13. sc around (36)
– Insert safety eyes between Rounds 10–11 -
(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
🐽 Snout (2 Parts: Top & Bottom)
Top (pink):
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–4. sc around (12), FO
Bottom (beige):
Repeat as above
Sew both parts together forming an oval-shaped snout and attach to face.
Embroider a line between them and add nostrils.
👂 Ears (Make 2)
With orange yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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sc around (12)
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(2 sc, dec) x3 (9), FO
Flatten and sew to sides of head
🧥 Body
With orange 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)
6–12. sc around (30) -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
14–16. sc around (24)
Switch to beige:
17–18. sc around (24)
Stuff well -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6), FO and close
💪 Arms (Make 2)
Start with beige yarn (paw):
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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sc around (12)
Switch to orange yarn:
4–9. sc around (12)
Stuff lightly
FO and sew to shoulders
🦵 Legs (Make 2)
Start with beige yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–4. sc around (12)
Switch to orange:
5–9. sc around (12)
Stuff and sew to base
🐾 Tail
With orange yarn:
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MR, 5 sc
2–14. sc around (5)
Switch to beige (tip):
15–16. sc around (5), FO
Sew to back of body, curl slightly upward
⚫ Stripes
Using brown or black yarn:
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Surface crochet or embroider small triangle or oval-shaped stripes across back, limbs, head, and tail
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Vary direction and length for a playful, bouncy look
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Add brow accents and small smile if desired
✂️ Finishing Touches
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Sew all parts securely
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Shape ears and muzzle
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Fluff the tail slightly for bounce
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Weave in all ends neatly
Tigger’s the only one — and now you can make him your own! This playful tiger is a fun, huggable friend for all ages and a perfect addition to any handmade character set. 🎉🐯
