Escape to the vibrant world of Disney amigurumi with this delightful new pattern! 🌿✨ Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for Amigurumi Timon, bringing everyone’s favorite Lion King character to life in yarn form. Perfect for Disney fans, animal lovers, and crocheters who enjoy crafting characters full of personality, this project will add a touch of jungle charm to your handmade collection.
The pattern is designed to be fun and approachable, with clear instructions that make it enjoyable for crafters of different skill levels. You’ll love how this little creation captures the spirit of the beloved character, making it ideal for display, gifting, or even as a playful companion.
So grab your favorite yarns, channel your inner “Hakuna Matata” spirit, and let’s crochet a cheerful friend who’s always ready for adventure! 🎶🐾
🐾 Timon-Inspired Amigurumi Crochet Pattern
Bring the charm of the jungle into your home with this adorable meerkat doll! This pattern captures Timon’s cheerful expression, lanky limbs, and signature tuft of hair.
🧶 Skill Level
Intermediate – uses color changes, embroidery, and shaped limbs.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 26 cm (10 inches) tall when seated, using 3.0 mm hook and DK yarn.
✂️ Materials Needed
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DK weight yarn:
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Golden yellow (main body)
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Light brown (hands, feet, ears, tail tip)
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Pink (nose)
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White (eye patches and muzzle)
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Dark brown (eyebrows, eye detail)
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3.0 mm crochet hook
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10 mm safety eyes (or embroider)
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Scissors
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
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MR – magic ring
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sc – single crochet
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inc – increase (2 sc in same stitch)
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dec – decrease (sc 2 together)
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ch – chain
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sl st – slip stitch
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FO – fasten off
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BLO – back loops only
🧩 Pattern Instructions
🟡 Head (Golden Yellow)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(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) -
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 9–10, 7 stitches apart. -
(sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO and weave shut.
🧷 Muzzle (White)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(sc, inc) x6 (18)
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sc around (18)
FO, stuff slightly and sew between the eyes.
🩷 Nose (Pink)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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sc around (12)
FO, sew to top center of muzzle.
🟠 Body (Golden Yellow)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–13. sc around (30) -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
16–18. sc around (18)
FO and stuff.
🟤 Legs (Make 2 – Light Brown and Golden Yellow)
Start with Light Brown:
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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)
Switch to Golden Yellow:
5–12. sc around (9)
FO and stuff lightly. Sew to bottom of body.
🟤 Arms (Make 2 – Light Brown and Golden Yellow)
Start with Light Brown:
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MR, 6 sc
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sc around (6)
Switch to Golden Yellow:
3–10. sc around (6)
FO, flatten, and sew to upper sides of the body.
🟤 Tail (Golden Yellow with Light Brown Tip)
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MR, 5 sc
2–6. sc around (5)
Switch to Light Brown
7–10. sc around (5)
FO, sew to back base of body.
👂 Ears (Make 2 – Light Brown)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(sc, inc) x6 (18)
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sc around (18)
FO, fold in half and sew to sides of the head.
🧵 Facial Details
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Eyebrows: Use dark brown to embroider arched brows above each eye.
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Smile Line: Stitch a wide smile under the muzzle.
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White Eye Patches:
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MR, 5 sc
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inc x5 (10)
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sc around (10)
FO and sew behind safety eyes for eye whites.
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✨ Finishing Touches
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Add a tuft of golden yellow yarn on top of the head and separate strands to mimic Timon’s hair.
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Use dark brown embroidery thread to create 3 body stripes on chest/stomach.
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Add blush or small pink felt circles to cheeks (optional).
🎉 All Done!
Your playful Timon-inspired amigurumi is ready to join the jungle crew! Don’t forget to tag #PunqaAmigurumi if you share your creation online. 🧶🦁🐒