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Amigurumi Vespa Scooter – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Vespa Scooter – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Welcome to the charming world of vintage-inspired amigurumi! 🛵✨ Today, I’m delighted to share my free crochet pattern for an Amigurumi Vespa Scooter—a delightful little ride full of retro flair and whimsical detail! Whether you’re a scooter enthusiast, love crafting miniature vehicles, or simply want to add a touch of European charm to your handmade collection, this pattern will guide you through stitching up a perfectly pocket-sized Vespa with its iconic curves, sleek handlebars, and classic Italian style.

This design embraces smooth lines and nostalgic accents to bring a playful, travel-ready quality to your amigurumi! 🧶 I’ve carefully outlined each step to ensure your scooter turns out just right—complete with realistic wheels, a tiny license plate, and even optional saddlebag accessories. Perfect for display, gifting to wanderlust-filled friends, or pairing with your favorite amigurumi adventurer! So grab your hooks, pick out pastel hues or bold primaries, and let’s stitch up a ride that’s always bellissima! ✨

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🛵 Amigurumi Vespa Scooter – FREE Crochet Pattern

Bring retro charm to your shelf or craft space with this pink amigurumi Vespa! With realistic shaping and optional rigid structure elements, it’s both a joy to stitch and a showstopper when displayed.

✨ Skill Level

Advanced – Includes shaping, multiple components, color changes, and optional non-yarn support structures.

đź“Ź Finished Size

Approximately 30–35 cm (12–14 in) long when using worsted yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.

🧶 Materials

  • Worsted weight yarn:

    • Light pink (main body)

    • Black (tires, handles, seat)

    • White (wheel rims, light glass)

    • Light grey (trim/frame)

    • Blue (headlight bulb)

    • Brown (seat accent)

  • Hook: 3.5 mm

  • Fiberfill stuffing

  • Plastic canvas or cardboard (for internal frame panels)

  • Transparent plastic dome/button for the headlight (or plastic cabochon)

  • Small piece of clear vinyl for mirror

  • Optional: hot glue, wire for tire support, thin dowels or straws for stability

  • Tapestry needle, stitch markers, scissors

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • MR – Magic Ring

  • sc – Single Crochet

  • inc – Increase

  • dec – Decrease

  • BLO – Back Loop Only

  • ch – Chain

  • sl st – Slip Stitch

  • FO – Fasten Off

🧱 STRUCTURAL NOTES

  • Plastic canvas/cardboard is inserted into the body sides and footboard before stuffing to maintain flatness and rigidity.

  • The base stand in the photo is a small custom wooden display, but you can replicate this with balsa wood, foam board, or plastic stand pieces hot-glued in place.

  • Headlight glass is simulated with a domed button or a circle cut from transparent plastic packaging (like toy boxes).

🔧 Pattern Instructions

🛵 Front Fender (Pink)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. [1 sc, inc] x6 (18)
    4–6. sc around

  4. [2 sc, inc] x6 (24)
    8–11. sc around
    FO and stuff lightly.

🧠 Main Body Panel (Make 2 – Pink)

  1. Ch 21

  2. Starting in 2nd ch from hook: sc across (20)
    3–18. sc across, ch 1 turn
    FO.

Sew light grey border along all sides in surface slip stitch for trim look. Insert cardboard/plastic canvas between the two panels before joining together with sc.

🛵 Foot Deck (Pink, Grey Trim)

  1. Ch 28

  2. sc across (27)
    3–6. sc rows
    Border with grey in surface sc. Optional: line with plastic inside for rigidity.

🪑 Seat (Black, Brown Detail)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. [1 sc, inc] x6 (18)
    4–8. sc around

  4. switch to brown, sc around

  5. BLO, sc around
    FO, stuff firmly and sew on top of body.

🛞 Wheels (Make 2 – Black, White)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. [1 sc, inc] x6 (18)

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

  5. switch to white, BLO, sc around

  6. sc around
    FO, make 2 and sew wrong sides together, inserting cardboard wheel for stiffness.

🪝 Handlebars (Make 2 – Black)

  1. MR, 6 sc
    2–10. sc around
    Stuff with pipe cleaner or wire. FO and attach at angles.

Handle tube:
Ch 14, join in round, 2 rows of sc around. Slip handlebars into each side.

đź’ˇ Headlight (Grey/Blue/White)

  1. MR in grey, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. [1 sc, inc] x6 (18)

  4. sc around
    Switch to blue

  5. sc around
    Switch to white

  6. sc around
    Stuff and sew on top of handles.

Use a plastic cabochon or button to simulate the headlight glass. Optional: hot glue over white yarn for shiny dome.

🧰 Misc Details

  • Kickstand / Frame Stand: Use plastic straws or dowels to create a functional display stand like shown. Paint or wrap in yarn.

  • Mirror: Cut a small round from clear vinyl and mount on pipe cleaner or wire stem.

âś… Assembly

  • Sew front fender to body base.

  • Attach the side panels with invisible stitches or sc joins.

  • Join wheels securely under body using reinforced stitching or rods.

  • Attach seat, handlebars, and foot deck.

  • Stitch or glue headlight in place.

  • Secure base stand or build your own.

✨ Final Touch

Your crocheted Vespa is ready to cruise into your handmade world! Whether as a display centerpiece or a gift for a scooter lover, this project delivers both charm and challenge.


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