Crochet Frog Amigurumi Pattern – Cute, Fun, and Easy!
Looking for your next adorable amigurumi project? Meet your new forest friend – this Crochet Frog is full of personality and fun to make! Whether you’re crafting for yourself, a gift, or a little one who loves frogs, this charming crochet creature is sure to bring smiles.
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What You’ll Need:
To bring this froggy to life, here’s what you’ll need:
- Yarn:
- 1 x 100g ball of Paintbox Yarns Simply DK in:
- A – Lime Green
- B – Royal Blue
- C – Paper White
- Small amount of black yarn or embroidery thread (for the face)
- 1 x 100g ball of Paintbox Yarns Simply DK in:
- Hook: 3.5mm (UK 9 – US E4) crochet hook
- Eyes: 9 mm black safety eyes (or embroider if you prefer)
- Toy Stuffing
- Tapestry Needle
Size Info:
- The completed frog stands at approximately 18 cm (7 inches) tall.
- Tension isn’t crucial for amigurumi, but tighter stitches give better shape and prevent stuffing from showing through.
Pattern Features:
This pattern includes:
- Detailed shaping for a rounded head and body
- Cute eye bumps for extra expression
- Color striping for a fun, vibrant look
- Popcorn stitch toes on the legs for added froggy flair
- A wide stitched smile that brings the whole character to life!
Crochet Skill Level:
Easy/Intermediate – Basic stitches, working in rounds, increasing/decreasing, and simple shaping.
Techniques & Abbreviations:
- dc (sc) – double (single) crochet
- dc2tog (sc2tog) – decrease
- ss – slip stitch
- popcorn stitch – used for the toes
- yoh – yarn over hook
(Full abbreviation list is provided in the pattern!)
✨ Let’s Get Crocheting!
1. Frog Head/Body (worked in one piece)
With green yarn:
Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into ring (6)
Round 2: inc in each st (12)
Round 3: (sc, inc) repeat 6x (18)
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) repeat 6x (24)
Round 5: (3 sc, inc) repeat 6x (30)
Rounds 6–12: sc in each st (30)
Round 13: (3 sc, dec) repeat 6x (24)
Round 14: (2 sc, dec) repeat 6x (18)
Round 15: (sc, dec) repeat 6x (12)
Round 16: dec around (6)
Fasten off and weave in end. Stuff firmly before closing.
2. Eyes (make 2)
With white yarn:
Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into ring (6)
Round 2: (sc, inc) repeat 3x (9)
Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing.
With black yarn:
- Stitch or glue a tiny circle in the center for the pupil.
- Optional: Use 6 mm safety eyes instead of embroidering.
Sew the eyes onto the top of the head with a little space in between.
3. Arms (make 2)
With green yarn:
Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into ring (6)
Rounds 2–5: sc in each st (6)
Stuff lightly and sew on both sides of the body, just below the head.
4. Legs (make 2)
With green yarn:
Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into ring (6)
Rounds 2–6: sc in each st (6)
Flatten and sew onto the bottom sides of the body, angled forward for a sitting pose.
5. Cheeks (make 2)
With pink yarn:
Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into ring (6)
Fasten off, leave a tail for sewing.
Sew on both sides of the face under the eyes for that signature kawaii look! 💕