Welcome to the enchanting world of Pokémon amigurumi! 🌙✨ Today, I’m thrilled to share my free crochet pattern for Amigurumi Umbreon—the sleek and mysterious Moonlight Pokémon in perfectly cuddly yarn form! Whether you’re an Eeveelution enthusiast, love crafting dark-type Pokémon, or simply want to add some moonlit magic to your collection, this pattern will guide you through stitching your very own pocket-sized protector with its glowing yellow rings, velvety black fur, and alert, cat-like stance.
This design captures Umbreon’s elegant mystique through rich textures and luminous details! 🧶💛 I’ve carefully outlined each step to help you create its signature ring patterns (using surface crochet or embroidery), pointed ears, and fluffy tail. Perfect for display, gifting to fellow Pokémon trainers, or keeping as a guardian for your nighttime crochet sessions! So grab your hooks, pick out deep blacks and vibrant yellows, and let’s stitch up a Pokémon that shines brightest in the dark! ✨
🌙 Amigurumi Umbreon-Inspired Plush Crochet Pattern
This whimsical Amigurumi Umbreon-Inspired Plush brings a fun, colorful twist to the classic Pokémon! With oversized ears, big shiny eyes, and striking ringed patterns, this soft creature makes a fantastic plushie for fans of fantasy, anime, or handmade collectibles.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes color changes, embroidery, large ears, and layered eye placement.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) tall using DK or worsted-weight yarn and a 2.75–3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (Worsted weight):
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Deep blue (Main body)
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Light yellow (Eye ring, belly, ear stripes, markings)
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Light pink (Nose)
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Crochet hook: 3.0–3.5 mm
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Safety eyes (16–18 mm) or felt eyes
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Polyfill stuffing
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Optional: black embroidery thread for additional facial detail
🧵 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 one st)
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dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)
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sl st – Slip Stitch
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FO – Fasten Off
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ch – Chain
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BLO – Back Loop Only
🔵 Head
With dark blue 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)
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(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
8–14. sc around (42) -
(5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
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(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO, stuff firmly and weave closed.
🧁 Muzzle/Nose
With light pink yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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sc around (12)
FO, sew to center of face.
👁 Eye Rings (Make 2)
With light yellow yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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sc around (12)
FO. Place safety eye through center or glue felt eyes in center.
Sew to head with rings angled inward.
🐰 Ears (Make 2)
With dark blue yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
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(2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
4–12. sc around (12) -
(2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
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sc around
Switch to light yellow: -
sc around
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(1 sc, dec) x3 (6)
Stuff and FO. Sew to top sides of head.
🔵 Body
With dark blue 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)
6–15. sc around (30) -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
FO, stuff and sew to head.
🌕 Belly Patch
With light yellow yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
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(2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
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sc around (12)
FO, flatten into oval and sew to front center of body.
💪 Arms (Make 2)
With dark blue 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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(1 sc, dec) x4 (8)
5–8. sc around (8)
Add a small yellow mark by switching yarn or stitching later
FO, stuff lightly, sew to sides.
🦵 Legs (Make 2)
With dark blue yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–5. sc around (18) -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
7–9. sc around (12)
FO, stuff and sew to base.
🌀 Tail
With dark blue yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
3–7. sc around (9)
Switch to yellow:
8–10. sc around
FO and sew to lower back.
✂️ Finishing Touches
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Embroider small yellow spots on ears and legs if not done with color changes
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Stitch or glue big safety eyes or felt circles inside eye rings
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Embroider mouth curve if desired
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Position ears upright and symmetrical for best balance
💡 Customization Ideas
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Add a Pokéball accessory or cape
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Swap color scheme to make shiny version (blue + yellow becomes black + neon blue)
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Turn into a keychain or plush charm with mini size yarn
Your Umbreon-inspired buddy is now ready to shine under the moonlight, handmade with love and full of adorable detail! 🌙✨