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Amigurumi Woodchuck – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Woodchuck – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Scurry into the world of woodland crochet with this Amigurumi Woodchuck pattern! 🦫✨ With its plump body, tiny paws, and curious expression, this design captures the charm of these burrowing creatures in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a nature-inspired décor piece, a wildlife enthusiast’s gift, or simply love character-driven amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a delightful addition to your collection.

Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in fur texture, facial details, and even tiny accessories like a miniature acorn or leafy embellishments to enhance its personality. Choose classic warm browns for a realistic look or experiment with playful hues for a whimsical twist! Whether displayed as part of a forest-themed setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi woodchuck is sure to bring smiles. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this adorable burrower to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨

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🐾 Amigurumi Woodchuck with Striped Sweater Crochet Pattern

There’s nothing cozier than a chunky little woodchuck in a snug handmade sweater! This woodland friend has a soft, rounded body, a stubby tail, and the sweetest striped pullover that makes him ready for fall, winter, or just everyday cuddles.

This pattern is written in US crochet terms and works up to a huggable 22 cm (8.5″) toy.

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – involves shaping, color changes, and sewing pieces.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 22 cm (8.5 in) tall when made with DK yarn and a 2.75 mm hook.

🧶 Materials

  • DK yarn in:

    • Light brown (head, body, upper limbs, ears)

    • Cream (muzzle, belly patch, ear insides)

    • Dark brown (paws, tail, crown patch)

    • Red (sweater stripes)

    • White (sweater stripes)

    • Pink (nose)

  • 2.75 mm crochet hook

  • 8 mm safety eyes

  • Black embroidery thread (mouth)

  • Polyester fiberfill stuffing

  • Tapestry needle & scissors

  • Stitch markers

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • sc – single crochet

  • inc – increase (2 sc in same stitch)

  • dec – decrease (sc2tog)

  • MR – magic ring

  • sl st – slip stitch

  • ch – chain

  • BLO – back loop only

  • FO – fasten off

🐿 Head

With light brown (start at crown):

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)

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

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    7–10. sc around (36)

Switch to cream (face):
11–15. sc around (36)
👉 Insert 8 mm safety eyes between Rnds 11–12, approx. 5–6 sts apart.
16. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
17. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
18. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff firmly.
19. (sc, dec) x6 (12)
20. dec x6 (6)
FO, close hole.

🐽 Muzzle (Cream)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
    5–6. sc around (24)
    FO, stuff lightly, and sew to lower face.

👉 Embroider a pink oval nose on top and a small vertical mouth line in black beneath.

👂 Ears (Make 2)

Outer ear (light brown):

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. sc around (18)
    FO.

Inner ear (cream):
Work Rnds 1–3 only, FO.
Sew inner cream piece onto outer ear, fold slightly, and attach to sides of head.

🧍 Body

With cream (belly):

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)

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

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    7–12. sc around (36)

Switch to light brown (back):
13–20. sc around (36)
21. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
22. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
23. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
24. (sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff firmly.
25. dec x6 (6)
FO, close hole.

🧣 Sweater

Worked separately and seamed on later.

With red yarn:

  1. Ch 36, join into ring. (36)

  2. BLO sc around (36)
    3–18. Alternate 1 round red, 1 round white, repeating → total 16 rounds of stripes.

  3. BLO sc in red (36)

FO, sew neatly around torso, covering the chest down to hips.

🦴 Arms (Make 2)

Start with dark brown (paws):

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–4. sc around (12)

Switch to stripes:
5–10. Alternate 1 round red, 1 round white (12 sts each round)

FO, stuff lightly, and sew under sweater near neckline.

🦵 Feet (Make 2 – Flat for Sitting)

With dark brown:

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
    5–7. sc around (24)

  5. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)

  6. (sc, dec) x6 (12)
    FO, stuff, flatten, and sew to bottom front of body for stability.

🐾 Tail

With dark brown:

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. (sc, inc) x3 (9)
    3–5. sc around (9)
    FO, sew to lower back.

🧵 Assembly

  1. Sew muzzle to lower face. Add nose + mouth embroidery.

  2. Attach ears to sides of head, just above eye line.

  3. Sew head to top of body.

  4. Slip on sweater, seam it neatly around torso.

  5. Attach arms under sweater.

  6. Sew feet to bottom front so woodchuck sits upright.

  7. Attach tail at back base.

🌟 Finishing Touches

  • Embroider optional blush cheeks.

  • Adjust stuffing so body remains plump and balanced.

  • Tug gently on ears for slight forward tilt.

🎉 Your Amigurumi Woodchuck in a Striped Sweater is finished! With his chubby cheeks, little muzzle, and cozy pullover, he’s the perfect woodland companion or seasonal display piece. 🍂🐾


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